19th Century Manhattan Firearms Co. 1851 Navy .36 Cal 6.5" BBL 6 Shot Walnut Grips Brass Frame Colt Replica

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MANUFACTURER: MANHATTAN FIREARMS CO. 
MODEL: COLT 1851 NAVY REPLICA
PATTERN / HISTORICAL TYPE: COLT 1851 NAVY PATTERN 
YEAR MANUFACTURED: CIRCA 1858–1868 
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: UNITED STATES 
SERIAL NUMBER: 6858 
CALIBER / BORE: .36 CALIBER 
IGNITION SYSTEM: PERCUSSION CAP 
CAP SIZE: NO. 10
CYLINDER CAPACITY: 6 ROUNDS 
BARREL LENGTH: 6.50" 
BARREL TYPE: OCTAGON 
RIFLING: RIFLED 
ACTION: CAP-AND-BALL REVOLVER, SINGLE-ACTION 
TRIGGER: SINGLE TRIGGER 
SIGHTS: BRASS BEAD FRONT, NOTCH REAR 
FRAME MATERIAL: STEEL WITH BRASS GRIP FRAME 
CYLINDER MATERIAL: STEEL 
GRIP MATERIAL: WALNUT 
FINISH: AGED BLUE / PATINA WITH BRASS
HISTORICAL ERA: CIVIL WAR 
CONDITION: VERY GOOD ANTIQUE CONDITION WITH HONEST AGE AND HANDLING WEAR 
ADDITIONAL FEATURES: ENGRAVED CYLINDER SCENE, OCTAGON BARREL, UNDER-BARREL LOADING LEVER, MATCHING SERIAL NUMBERS
WHAT’S INCLUDED: REVOLVER ONLY 

The Manhattan Firearms Company of New York was one of the principal American competitors to Colt during the percussion revolver era. Its Navy-sized .36 caliber revolvers were developed for civilian carry, frontier use, and militia service at a time when demand for reliable repeating handguns was rapidly expanding. Built during the same period that saw widespread use of Colt Navy revolvers, Manhattan’s designs earned a reputation for solid construction and practical field utility.

Like other quality percussion revolvers of the mid-19th century, this example operates through a traditional cap-and-ball system. Powder and projectile are loaded from the front of the cylinder and seated using the integral loading lever beneath the barrel. The single-action lockwork rotates and locks the cylinder as the hammer is cocked, providing the mechanical simplicity and durability that made percussion revolvers dominant before the metallic-cartridge era.

The .36 caliber Navy pattern remains one of the most balanced and enjoyable black powder revolver formats ever produced. The 6.50-inch octagonal barrel offers a steady sighting plane while maintaining lively handling characteristics. Combined with the slim grip profile and moderate recoil of the .36 caliber chambering, the revolver delivers the handling qualities that made the Navy pattern famous among soldiers, frontiersmen, and civilian shooters alike.

This revolver exhibits the features collectors seek in an original Manhattan production arm, including the distinctive frame profile, brass grip frame, octagonal barrel, and engraved cylinder. The surviving cylinder scene remains visible, while the metal surfaces display an attractive period patina consistent with genuine 19th-century use and preservation. As one of the notable American-made alternatives to Colt production, Manhattan revolvers occupy an important place in Civil War-era firearms history.

For collectors of American percussion revolvers, this Manhattan Navy represents an authentic New York-made revolver from the golden age of cap-and-ball handguns. Its desirable .36 caliber chambering, strong visual appeal, and historical significance make it equally at home in a serious Civil War collection or alongside other important percussion-era American revolvers.

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Black powder revolvers are sold for historical and sporting use. Buyer is responsible for safe handling, proper loading procedures, and legal compliance. All sales final.

Antique: Yes
Handgun Caliber: .36
Manufacturer: Manhattan Firearms Co.
Model: 1851 Navy
Serial Number: 6858
Barrel Length: 6.5
Condition: Good
Manufacture Date: 1850s-1860s

Price: $2,149.99
Shipping: $34.99
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