Guns International #: 101576912
Seller's Inventory #: Serial Number #4349
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Guns International #: 101576912
Category - Civil War Revolvers
- Antique Revolvers - Percussion
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Seller: chuckeubank
Member Since: 1/3/21
First Name: Chuck
Last Name: Eubank
State:
Montana
Zip: 59802-8617
Country: United States
Phone: (406) 531-4432
Active Listings: 0
Total Listings: 2
Seller Type:Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
3 day inspection buyer pays return shipping to Seller plus insurance Payment Methods: PayPal
Civil War Savage Revolving Fire-Arms Co. Percussion Revolver
Description: CIVIL WAR Antique SAVAGE NAVY Percussion Revolver Unique 158 year old Two-Trigger Single Action Revolver has been in our family safe as safe Queen for the last 80 years. A 160 year old antique Savage Navy Revolver, made circa 1860 in Middletown, Connecticut. About 20,000 were ever produced, most of them for U.S. government contracts for both the Army and the Navy (ironically, about 800 were purchased and delivered to the Navy, while about 11,000 were delivered to cavalry units in the militias and the Army). The rest of the production was sold commercially and smuggled to the Confederacy when further U.S. government contracts were not forthcoming. Known Southern Cavalry units to have used these were: the 7th, 34th & 35th Virginia, 11th Texas and 7th Missouri Cavalries. Known Northern units were: 5th Kansas, 7th New York, 1st & 2nd Wisconsin. This was one of the most unique revolvers of the American Civil War, both in function and in form. Some in the field consider these to be “ugly” guns. Regardless, the thoughtfulness of design made this a feature packed revolver that gave it a good shot at government contracts, in spite of it being a bit more expensive. The most visually distinguishing characteristics of this Savage Navy Revolver is the double ring trigger and trigger guard, as well as the sleek profile with the low bore axis and solid frame. The low bore axis made for less muzzle flip when fired, making follow up shots faster and pointing more natural. The solid frame was an improvement in durability over open top frame designs. Remington and Whitney both featured this improvement, while Colt’s clung to the open top frame (and no wonder, since they were selling them as fast as they could make them during the war). The ring trigger on the bottom causes the hammer to cock and the cylinder assembly to retract in the frame and revolve. Once the cocking lever was released, the cylinder would go to rest with the end of the chamber against the back of the barrel, making a better gas seal than most. The blade trigger above the ring trigger simply causes the hammer to drop through a hole in the top of the frame. Unlike most other percussion revolvers of the day, the Savage percussion nipples face out from the cylinder and are canted back. This was more easily accessible, and less apt to cause a jam in the action if a cap were to fall off. Condition The overall condition is very good. The steel surfaces have a light brown gray patina. The markings are clear. The serial numbers 4348 match on both the cylinder and on the underside of barrel inside the cylinder chamber. The walnut stocks are in good shape for the number of years this piece has been around with the left panel displaying a visible cartouche. The bore is in great shape, and clean. The action is excellent. This is a big, percussion six-shooter with a unique design that was used during the American Civil War. Barrel is: 7 1/8 Inches octagon Caliber:.36 Percussion Overall Condition please see photos Grip: Walnut Size: 5.5 x 14.5 x 1.5" Serial #: 4349 Located both on the cylinder and at the top inside of the cylinder chamber. See P{ictures Weight: 6Lbs 6 Oz. Does not have military markings SOLD Antique: Yes Handgun Caliber: .36 Manufacturer: Savage Navy Revolver Model: The Savage 1861 Navy Serial Number: 4349 Barrel Length: 7 1/8 Inches octagon Bore: Smooth Chambers: Good Ejectors: Good Condition: Very Good Metal Condition: Good Wood Condition: Few rubs on left bottom of left grip Bore Condition: Good Barrels: One Barrel Type: Octagon Action: Six shooter Triggers: Two trigger single action revolver Finish: Light brown gray patina Weight: 6Lbs 6 Oz. Sights: Blade Front Sight & a notch rear sight Manufacture Date: Circa 1860 Chokes: None Engraving: None Extras: None Case: None Item Location: Missoula Montana |
Guns International #: 101576912
Seller's Inventory #: Serial Number #4349
Guns International #: 101576912
Seller's Inventory #: Serial Number #4349