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Antique J.W. Pond Tip-Up Cartridge Revolver Worcester, Massachusetts Early American Metallic Cartridge Era
Guns International #: 103607304 Seller's Inventory #: 165BECW-2026
Category: Antique Revolvers - Cartridge - Antiques
Seller's Information
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Seller: Northern Wings & Clays
Member Since: 4/11/21
First Name: Michael
Last Name: Burnett & David Kesar
State: Michigan
Zip: 49740
Country: United States
Phone: (229) 200-7001
Phone2: (305) 731-6505
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
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About Us: Northern Wings & Clays was established in 2022, out of the passion of hunting and target shooting. The owners, longtime friends that met though the passion of the industry and want to help bring awareness and conserve the heritage of hunting and sport shooting. Northern Wings and Clays is committed to the very best customer service. Northern Wings and Clays has the knowledge and expertise to help you with anything you may need or want. Northern Wings and Clays is currently seeking consignment hunting and sporting-related firearms. Fair rates, Whether it is one gun or an entire collection we are capable and willing to help with any type of evaluation that you may require. Please contact us for the best prices on any of our listings.
Description:
Offered for sale is a scarce and historically interesting antique American revolver manufactured by J.W. Pond of Worcester, Massachusetts. This revolver represents the early period of metallic cartridge firearm development in the United States during the mid-to-late 19th century, a time when numerous smaller American gunmakers were experimenting with new revolver designs following the introduction of self contained cartridges.
J.W. Pond was part of a group of New England firearms makers working during a transformative era in American firearms history. Following the Civil War, the firearms industry rapidly shifted from percussion ignition systems to metallic cartridge revolvers. Large companies such as Smith & Wesson dominated the market because of the Rollin White patent covering the bored through cylinder required for metallic cartridge revolvers. Smaller manufacturers like Pond produced limited quantities of revolvers while navigating these patent restrictions, making surviving examples today relatively scarce.
This revolver features a classic tip up frame design in which the barrel and cylinder assembly pivot upward from the frame for loading and removal of the cylinder. This design was common among early cartridge revolvers and reflects the transitional engineering solutions used during the early days of cartridge handgun development.
The top flat of the octagonal barrel is clearly marked 'J.W. POND,' identifying the maker as Lucius W. Pond of Worcester, Massachusetts. Arms produced by Pond were manufactured in far smaller numbers than those of the major revolver companies of the period, making them desirable pieces for collectors interested in early American firearms innovation and regional gunmaking history.
Configuration includes:
• Octagon barrel
• Tip up hinged frame
• Early metallic cartridge revolver design
• Spur trigger configuration
• One piece walnut grip with square butt profile
• Barrel marked 'J.W. POND'
Condition shows honest antique wear with a natural gray and brown patina across the metal surfaces. The revolver appears complete and retains its original wood grip, which shows normal handling wear consistent with age. The markings on the barrel remain visible and the revolver displays strong historical character.
Firearms from smaller American makers such as J.W. Pond provide a fascinating glimpse into the experimental period of revolver development that followed the Civil War. Because these revolvers were produced in much smaller numbers than those from the major manufacturers, they are encountered less frequently on the market today and make appealing additions to collections of antique American firearms.
This revolver qualifies as an antique firearm manufactured prior to 1899.
We warrant that the firearms are as they appear in our photos but do not warrant mechanical
condition or operation.
SOLD
Antique: Yes