Guns International #: 103122780
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Guns International #: 103122780
Category - Antique Revolvers - Cartridge
- Civil War Revolvers
Very Rare Antique National Arms Co. Front Loading
.32Teat-fire Revolver (Moore’s Patent Firearms Co.)
Description: Very Rare Antique National Arms Co. Front Loading Teat-fire Revolver Antique Moore’s Patent Firearms Co. Front loading Revolver. Estimate production about 30,000 This is a very rare National Arms Marked barrel. Only about 5,000 Produced. SN: 27071 Front Loading .32 cal Teat-fire single action spur trigger revolver. Made 1864-1870 3 ¼” barrel six shot, brass frame with silver plate finish. Barrel and cylinder blued. Walnut grips. Birds head butt Barrel markings : NATIONAL ARMS CO. BROOKLYN,N.Y. Cylinder marked: D. WILLIAMSON’S PATENT.JUNE 5 - MAY.17 1864 Daniel Moore and David Williamson designed the special teat-fire cartridge to circumvent the Rollin White patents. Moore was a serious competitor to Smith & Wesson and because of their strong sales record the company was Purchased by Colt in 1870 Condition: 3 ¼” nice bore with a couple of very minor pitting spots and still showing strong rifling. Blued metal finish has faded and turned to an attractive antique looking gun-metal grey patina. The brass frame has a small amount of silver plate still showing in spots. All serial numbers are matching and barrel markings are clear and somewhat legible. Original walnut grips are in very good condition with a couple very small dents and still retains varnish with wear on the other edges, the usual wear and tear for a revolver of this age. Both grips are numbered to the gun. Mechanically the revolver works very good in single action , half and full-cock positions with good timing and lock-up. To remove the cylinder, you remove the barrel wedge, remove the barrel, then unscrew the cylinder lug. This model also has the hooked side extractor. This is a complete original revolver. A small custom case is also included for displaying this really nice revolver. As a collector's piece, Moore’s Patent Firearms Co. Front loading Revolver, holds historical significance due to its association with an influential figure in American firearms history and its representation of mid-19th-century firearm design and innovation. Its unique markings and features make it a desirable item for enthusiasts of antique firearms and collectors of historical artifacts. This firearm is an antique and NO FFL is required, ships direct to buyer . It is your responsibility to make sure the item is legal in your state and you must be 21 years of age or older to purchase. FREE USPS priority shipping. This gun is sold "as-is" as a collectible with no warranty express or implied. Payment can be made with bank check, postal, money order, personal check . I can also take and prefer for instant payment and shipping , the bank apps. Venmo, Zelle or Cash App. Item will be shipped as soon as funds are receive. An email with tracking number will be sent as soon as item is shipped. $675 Antique: Yes Manufacturer: National Arms Co. Model: Teat-fire Serial Number: 27071 Barrel Length: 3.5 Price: $675.00 Buy Now Pay with ![]() Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 103122780
Guns International #: 103122780