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1849 Colt Pocket Revolver Cased Inscribed Civil War Soldier 21st New Jersey Fredericksburg Chancellorsville Guns International #: 101418487 Seller's Inventory #: Category: Colt Revolvers - Antique - Civil War Revolvers Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: Jeremiah Johnson Trading Company: Jeremiah Johnson Trading Member Since: 1/27/12 First Name: Greg Last Name: Schimetschek State: Connecticut Zip: 06423 Country: United States Phone: (860) 873-1092 Number of Active Listings: 3 Total Number of Listings: 253 Seller: Private Seller Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. 3 days Payment Types Accepted: Check (personal checks take 7-10 days to clear), money order, credit card (no fee), or wire About Us: Jeremiah Johnson Trading is one of the most experienced and trusted dealers of pre-1899 antique arms with over 50 years of collecting. We specialize in Colt, Winchester, Remington, Smith & Wesson, Parker, large-bore fowling guns, Revolutionary & Civil War arms, collectible Bowie & folding knives and more! We are also avid collectors of historic race cars & memorabilia. Visit us online at jeremiahjohnsontrading or find us on Facebook and Instagram. Description: *SALE PENDING* Jeremiah Johnson Trading is one of the most experienced and trusted dealers of antique arms with over 40 years of collecting. We also specialize in antique cars & petroliana, Revolutionary and Civil War artifacts, 19th century nautical & western memorabilia, early Bowie and folding knives, American folk art, and colonial era furnishings. Visit us online at JeremiahJohnsonTrading or find us on Facebook. Our shop is located at 1618 Saybrook Rd. Haddam, CT. Look for the gold '55 Chevy road sign! ~Trades and offers are always considered~ Scarce Six-Shot M1849 Colt Percussion Pocket Revolver with Hartford Barrel Address Inscribed to Civil War Sgt. Samuel J. Mount, 21st New Jersey Infantry, Cased, .31 Cal, mfg. 1862 with 4" barrel. This Colt was made during a very brief period in which a Hartford barrel address was used as opposed to the two-line New York address which preceded it and the one-line New York address which succeeded it, both in great quantity. Further it is a six-shot variant as opposed to the more common standard five-shot model. The backstrap is neatly inscribed from the period "S.J.MOUNT." who is identified as Sergeant Samuel J. Mount of the 21st New Jersey Infantry. Mount was born in Mercer County on October 19th, 1843 and enlisted with the 21st New Jersey in Trenton on September 15th, 1862. Judging from the coinciding date of manufacture it's safe to say he purchased or was otherwise presented this Colt new when he left for war. The regiment joined the Army of the Potomac on the Antietam battlefield and went on to fight at the battles of Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Maryes Heights (Second Battle of Fredericksburg), Salem Heights, and Bank's Ford. Mount and the rest of the regiment were mustered out June 19th, 1863 just prior to the Gettysburg campaign. Samuel Mount remained in Mercer County until his death in 1907. The Colt features matching serial number "202866" marked on the frame, barrel, cylinder, triggerguard, backstrap, and loading lever. The wedge and wedge screw are missing. Overall the metal shows a silver/gray patina with some light marring around the barrel. The brass backstrap and triggerguard retain traces of Silver finish turned black while the balance has a pleasing dark mustard color. The walnut grips fit perfectly and retain 75% original varnish. They are in great shape aside from an old chip at the right front toe. Original hammer, trigger, bead front sight, and screws. The tip of the loading lever has been repaired and fitted with a ball style latch which is now missing. Clear original serial numbers, "COLTS PATENT" frame marking, and "ADDRESS SAMl COLT / HARTFORD CT" barrel address. The action is very strong and crisp and functions wonderfully with the exception of one chamber in particular which does not always rotate at first attempt when landed upon. This is likely due to a worn out hand catch on the rear face of that chamber only. All nipples are clean originals. The bore shows strong and sharp rifling front to back with moderate scattered blackpowder frosting and pinprick pitting. A good proper cleaning will improve it. Included is a nicely made contemporary velvet lined case with instruction label which is done in the correct style of the period. A very honest and original well identified Civil War officer's Colt! Jeremiah Johnson Trading sells antique firearms manufactured prior to 1899 and muzzleloading blackpowder reproductions only. For the purpose of these conditions the term "antique firearm" will hence include muzzleloading blackpowder reproductions. Buyers must be 21 years of age or older and have no felony convictions to purchase antique firearms. Antique firearms do not require Federal licensing and may be shipped directly to the buyer with the following exceptions. No antique firearms will be shipped to Washington D. C. or any of the five boroughs of New York City (or residents thereof). Some restrictions may apply to antique firearms shipped to California and will be noted in the item description if applicable. Any handgun (antique or muzzleloading blackpowder reproduction) shipped to New Jersey must ship to a licensed FFL holder. Any muzzleloading blackpowder reproduction rifle, shotgun, or handgun shipped to Illinois must ship to an FFL holder. No international sales of antique firearms which may fire conventional metallic cartridges or any reproductions regardless of ignition. Antique muzzleloaders, or antiques which fire obsolete cartridges, may be shipped internationally however it is the responsibility of the buyer to know and abide by their local laws and provide proof that the antique arm is legal to receive and own. Payment can be made by money order, banker's check, personal check, or credit card (no fees). Please allow 7-10 business days for clearance on personal checks. If paying by credit card please disregard 's auto-checkout and call us directly to process your order. If not satisfied with an item within 3 days of receiving it, simply return the item in the same condition as shipped for a full refund, minus return shipping costs. Cleaning, disassembly, or altering of a firearm in any way will void inspection privileges. Layaway may be allowed upon negotiation, but will void inspection privileges. Buyer pays actual shipping & insurance costs. Occasionally a post-1898 firearm from my personal collection may be sold under this account however it will be noted that any such transaction is a personal sale in no way affiliated with our business. Any such arm will be shipped to a licensed FFL or C&R holder in accordance with Federal law. All firearms are sold as collector's items and are not warranted safe for shooting. Please consult a competent gunsmith prior to shooting any firearm. Message or call with any questions about this firearm, or any of our other items at 860-873-1092 (office) or 860-345-2100 (shop).   SOLD Antique: Yes Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1849 Serial Number: 202866 Barrel Length: 4 Caliber Info: .31 Manufacture Date: 1862 Engraving: Inscribed Extras: Case