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L.D. Nimschke Master Engraved Gold and Silver Plated Remington "Improved" New Model Navy Cartridge Conversion Revolver with Ivory Grips Guns International #: 103663462 Seller's Inventory #: 40953137 Category: Remington Pistols - Remington Pistols - Antique Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: MALLARDS SHOOTING SUPPLY AND APPAREL Company: MALLARDS SHOOTING SUPPLY AND APPAREL Member Since: 5/10/23 First Name: MALLARDS Last Name: SALES CONSULTANT State: Florida Zip: 34428 Country: United States Phone: (352) 794-3507 Platinum Seller Number of Active Listings: 122 Total Number of Listings: 2037 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Please Note: All sales are final. We offer a 3-day inspection period beginning upon delivery to your selected FFL. If you're not satisfied for any reason during this time, you may return the firearm, no questions asked, with a 25% restocking fee. We never charge credit card fees or add hidden costs of any kind. Looking for the best deal? Contact us directly, we’re committed to offering the most competitive pricing and will match any advertised price on the same firearm. Payment Types Accepted: VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER, AMERICAN EXPRESS, CASH. CHECK. CASHIERS CHECK. MONEY ORDER, About Us: Mallards Shooting Supply and Apparel is Central Florida’s newest premier gun store. Don’t let the name fool you. Mallards Shooting Supply and Apparel isn’t just for duck hunters. Whether you hunt birds or big game, maybe you’re not a hunter at all and just like to shoot either way Mallards Shooting Supply has you covered. Mallards Shooting Supply has a large selection for all disciplines. From trap and skeet, Sporting Clays, personal and home defense, tactical, long range shooting, plinking, first time gun owners, etc. Mallards Shooting Supply has something for you! We are all highly trained and will offer the best customer service in the world at Mallards. Come in and see us! We welcome you! We look forward to visiting with you. Description: A remarkable Remington special-order “Improved New Model” rimfire revolver, manufactured circa 1869–1875, this highly embellished piece represents one of the earliest full-sized metallic cartridge revolvers and an important bridge between the percussion era and the later centerfire revolver era. With classic L.D. Nimschke-style engraving, precious-metal plating, and all matching numbers, it stands out as a serious collector-grade revolver with exceptional historical and artistic appeal. Manufactured circa 1869–1875 by Remington and finished through Remington’s special order department “Improved New Model” rimfire metallic cartridge revolver—part of the important transitional period from percussion arms to cartridge revolvers Historically significant as one of the earliest full-sized metallic cartridge revolver types Although often called “conversions,” many of these revolvers left the factory originally as cartridge revolvers rather than being altered from percussion models This example appears to have been factory-made as a cartridge revolver rather than converted from an existing percussion revolver Likely made for special presentation or exhibition use, and clearly designed to attract attention as a showpiece Exceptional engraving attributed in style to master firearms engraver Louis D. Nimschke Engraving includes: Elaborate scrollwork with beaded backgrounds Wavy line and dot borders Attractive floral or snowflake-style design on top of the frame at the breech area Intertwining line motifs Crosshatching with dots at the top of the back strap Shell accents The engraving shows strong comparisons to famous Nimschke-engraved Remington New Model Army presentation revolvers, including: The Ulysses S. Grant presentation revolver The Imperial Russian presentation revolvers Examples sold by Rock Island in recent years Several engraving patterns compare closely to designs reproduced from Nimschke’s scrapbook in “L.D. Nimschke: Firearms Engraver” by R.L. Wilson The entwining line and dot motifs on the barrel are especially associated with Nimschke-engraved firearms The crosshatching and dot patterns are also frequently seen in Nimschke’s work The scrollwork itself is classic Nimschke style, adding major desirability for advanced collectors of engraved American arms Striking mixed precious-metal finish: Loading lever is gold plated Cylinder is gold plated Hammer is gold plated Remaining metal surfaces are silver plated Barrel features a “pinched” blade front sight Top of barrel is marked: “PATENTED SEPT. 14. 1858. MARCH 17. 1865” “E. REMINGTON & SONS. ILION. NEWYORK U.S.A.” “NEW MODEL” Matching-number details include: Bottom of barrel marked “14” and “45138” Rear of cylinder marked “14” Breech plate marked “14” Trigger guard spur marked “45/138” Back of each grip marked “14/45138” Left side of butt marked “45138” at the toe Left side of butt marked “14” at the heel All numbers match, an important collector feature that supports originality and integrity A visually stunning and historically meaningful Remington revolver that combines early metallic cartridge development, special-order craftsmanship, Nimschke-style artistry, precious-metal finishes, and fully matching numbers in one highly desirable collectible package. Condition Excellent. The engraving and markings are crisp throughout. The revolver retains 90% of the original silver and 95% original gold plating. The only notable finish loss is some minor flaking on the trigger guard bow along with some minor cylinder drag lines and generally light handling and storage marks. The silver has an attractive aged patina. The grips are also excellent and have very minor age stress lines mainly at the screw holes, minor age and handling related wear, and attractive natural colors and grain. Mechanically excellent. This is certainly one of the finest Remington New Model cartridge conversion revolvers extant and would be near impossible to improve upon in terms of condition and artistry. Price: $27,499.99 Handgun Caliber: .38 Rimfire Manufacturer: E. Remington & Sons Model: New Model Navy Serial Number: 45138 Barrel Length: 7 1/2 inch octagon Condition: The bore is shiny with some spotting and crisp rifling.