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CIVIL WAR Era WILLIAM UHLINGER .32 Caliber RF Single Action POCKET Revolver RARE Patent Infringement Pistol of the Civil War
Guns International #: 102254160 Seller's Inventory #: 228244
Category: Civil War Revolvers - Antique Revolvers - Cartridge
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
International Phone: 314-707-7373
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Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
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Description:
CIVIL WAR Era WILLIAM UHLINGER .32 Caliber RF Single Action POCKET Revolver
RARE Patent Infringement Pistol of the Civil War
Here we present an antique William Uhlinger .32 caliber rimfire spur trigger revolver made in 1861-1865 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Here is a very rare patent infringement pistol, made during the American Civil War. Made by William Uhlinger, it is estimated that about half of all of his pistols were left unmarked except for a serial number. The other half used other names to avoid being tracked by Smith & Wesson, against whose patent Uhlinger had infringed.
Altogether, he made about 10,000 pistols from 1861-1865. Some were in .22 rimfire long, .22 rimfire short and .32 rimfire. All of these pistols were made in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in what used to be the William Hankins’ (of Sharps and Hankins) manufactory. Uhlinger knew full well that he was making infringements, specifically a bored through cylinder, known as the Rollin White patent, which S&W owned. So, he used at least three other names by which to market his pistols, and simultaneously avoid detection.
This piece is chambered in .32 rimfire and has a 5 inch barrel. Put together the fact that many of these guns were likely destroyed by Smith & Wesson, the limited number of total guns made, the different chamberings, and the different markings that could be found on these, this is one rare gun.
The overall condition is good. Strong, tight action. Good bore for its age. Both grips are good and contain less than average wear. Clear marks. Here is a rare patent infringement pistol that would be a great addition to your collection!
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 5 inches.
Caliber: .32 Rimfire
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$1200
#228244
SOLD
Antique: Yes