#2396 Manhattan Belt-Navy, 33XXX, 6-1/2 Guns International #: 100055694 Seller's Inventory #: #2396 Category: Antique Revolvers - Percussion - Civil War Revolvers Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: Tom Burness Member Since: 3/3/07 First Name: Tom Last Name: Burness State: California Zip: 95604-9151 Country: United States Phone: (530) 889-9454 Platinum Seller Number of Active Listings: 34 Seller: Private Seller Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. 3 days Payment Types Accepted: Cashiers cheque, money orders, Layaway Description: #2396 Manhattan Belt-Navy, 33XXX serial range (matching), desireable 6-1/2” barrel, 36cal percussion. Mid-range Third Variation and therefore not fitted with the recoil shield spring plate. The exterior has a stained and mottled look to the metal but has only minimal pitting; it is just the discoloration that gives it this mottled look. The cylinder scene panels are far better than average, especially for a “no-finish” gun, and the grips have a lot (most) of varnish remaining as well. These Manhattan Navys were a very serious competitor to Colt during the Civil War, and while none (or very few) were ever bought by the military, the bulk of those sold between 1861-1865 were almost certain to have been carried as back-up weapons by those who could afford them. They were reliable, rugged, well-made, and handsome revolvers, but the Manhattan company did not have the aggressive sales force, political and military connections, and advertising genius of the Colt company. VG-VG+ as described. $1285 SOLD Antique: Yes |