Guns International #: 102654155
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Guns International #: 102654155
Category - Antique Pistols - Cartridge
- Antique Revolvers - Cartridge
Rare Antique Moore’s Patent Firearms Co. Front loading .32 Teat-fire Revolver.
Description: Moore’s Patent Firearms Co. Front loading Revolver. 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 : MOOR’S PAT.FIREARMS CO. BROOKLYN,N.Y. Cylinder marked: D. WILLIAMSON’S PATENT/JAN.5.1864 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 very minor pitting and still showing strong rifling. Blued metal finish has faded and turned to an attractive antique looking gun-metal grey. All serial numbers are matching and barrel markings are clear and legible. Original walnut grips are in good condition with a couple very small chips , 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 with good timing and lock-up. 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 gun is and Antique and ships direct to the buyer with FREE SHIPPING INCLUDED Payment can be made with a personal check, money order, Venmo or Zelle . Price: $799.00 Buy Now Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 102654155
Guns International #: 102654155