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Rare Antique Aetna Arms Co. .22 RF pocket revolver with tip-up barrel
Guns International #: 103080058 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Antique Revolvers - Cartridge - .22 Revolvers
Seller's Information
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Seller: steve03038
Member Since: 9/13/13
State: Florida
Country: United States
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Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Personal check, bank check, postal money order, Zelle, Venmo, or Cash App
Description:
Circa 1869–1880 American Pocket Revolver
AETNA ARMS COMPANY – NEW YORK, USA
Historical Overview: The Aetna Arms Company operated during a pivotal era of American arms manufacturing, from 1869 to 1880, in New York City. Although a relatively obscure maker, Aetna produced a limited series of pocket revolvers which emulated the successful Smith & Wesson top-break designs. These compact handguns catered to the civilian market during a time of westward expansion and urban self-defense. Due to their short production span and modest output with total quantity estimated about 6,000. Aetna revolvers are now considered scarce and collectible examples of post-Civil War ingenuity.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Model: Aetna .22 Pocket Revolver
Caliber: .22 Rimfire
Capacity: 7-shot
Action: Single Action
Barrel: Tip-up, Octagonal, Nickel Plated
Cylinder: Nickel Plated, Non-Fluted
Frame: Brass Spur Trigger with Bird’s Head Grip
Grips: Smooth Hardwood
Serial Number: 1538 – Matching Barrel & Frame
CONDITION REPORT: Barrel: Original Octagonal, showing oxidation and light pitting, with strong rifling visible
Frame: Attractive aged brass patina with smooth edges
Grips: Excellent condition, minor age-related handling marks only
Action: Mechanically very good, good timing, although cylinder spins freely at lock-up
Finish: Plated surfaces exhibit age-consistent wear with no active corrosion
COLLECTOR’S NOTE: This revolver is a faithful contemporary to the Smith & Wesson 1st Model, 3rd Issue, mirroring its aesthetic and function with slight variations. The serial number and condition suggest an early production piece, making it a notable addition for collectors of early American pocket revolvers. Scarce – Historic – Collectible
This is an antique and NO FFL required. Just proof of age. FREE USPS SHIPPING will be provided with tracking. This gun is sold "as-is" as a collectible with no refund and no return. Payment can be mailed by Money order, bank check , or personal checks. I can also take some bank , Apps, Zelle, Venmo, or Cash App. Text or call for account info. For instant payment using a credit card or bank account please use Gun Tab Escrow . Standard 3% credit card fee applies.
Price: $649.00
Antique: Yes
Handgun Caliber: .22 Short
Manufacturer: Aetna
Model: pocket revolver
Serial Number: 796
Barrel Length: 3.5