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c1850s Antique MANHATTAN PEPPERBOX Revolver Engraved 6-Shot .32 Caliber Civil War, Gold Rush, Wild West
Guns International #: 102773711 Seller's Inventory #: 244061
Category: Civil War Revolvers - Antique Pepperbox
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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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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Description:
c1850s Antique MANHATTAN PEPPERBOX Revolver Engraved 6-Shot .32 Caliber
Civil War, Gold Rush, Wild West
Here we present an antique Manhattan Pepperbox Revolver, made circa the late-1850s. Very similar to the Ethan Allen pepperboxes that came earlier. In fact, Manhattan would become famous for imitating Samuel Colt’s designs once his patents expired and it is likely the firm did so with Allen’s. The history that these pistols enjoyed over the years is astounding: the Seminole Wars, Gold Rush, Mexican War and American Civil War. These guns are true relics of American history.
This revolving pistol had percussion nipples integrated to the barrels. Made with a bar hammer and standard trigger, models have been encountered with or without an integral nipple shield. While simplifying shooting (no manual cocking of the hammer), the bar hammer did preclude the inclusion of usable sights. However, this early example of a double-action pistol must have been quite a selling point. As these were considered “point and shoot” short range defensive weapons or “belly guns”, the market did not seem to object to the limitation of not having sights.
The overall condition is near fine. Original blue finish. The action is excellent. Bores are smooth and dim. Grips show some use and remain solid.
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 3-1/2 inches.
Caliber: .32 Percussion
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$1700
#244061
SOLD
Antique: Yes