CIVIL WAR/WILD WEST Antique COLT M1851 NAVY Percussion Revolver GUNFIGHTER Manufactured in 1863 and used into the WILD WEST

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CIVIL WAR/WILD WEST Antique COLT M1851 NAVY Percussion Revolver GUNFIGHTER

Manufactured in 1863 and used into the WILD WEST

Here we present an antique Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver, made in the middle of the American Civil War in 1863 in Hartford, Connecticut. The 1851 Navy was one of Colt’s most famous and successful lines, reaching a production total of 257,348 from 1850 to 1873 (right up to the time of SAA production) from both Hartford and London factories. From Hartford alone, 185,000 were made by the end of the American Civil War. Many of these saw service during the conflict on both sides. There were some military purchases and lots of private purchases by soldiers going off to war. In addition, the Model 1851 was carried by Confederate General Robert E. Lee and was a favorite of “Doc” Holliday and “Wild Bill” Hickok, who carried two of these most famously in his red sash. The Colt Model 1851 Navy, first known as the "Ranger Model" and also known as the "Revolving Belt Pistol of Naval Caliber," was designed between 1847 and 1850, manufactured from 1850 until 1873, and was the second most popular Colt percussion revolver after only the Model 1849 Pocket.

Although its name suggests maritime use, most Navy revolvers were primarily used on land, notably in the Old West, where the Colt 1851 Navy revolutionized gunfighting. Weighing about 42 ounces, it was lighter and more practical than the earlier Colt Walker and Dragoon revolvers, which exceeded four pounds and were suited for saddle holsters. The Colt Navy was the first popular single-action revolver designed for belt carry. In Missouri's tumultuous pre-Civil War period, figures like Jesse and Frank James, Bill Anderson, and the Youngers mastered their six-shooters, often carrying Dragoons on saddles and Navy revolvers on their hips.

The overall condition is good. Original gray patina, with some original finish on the guard and backstrap. Excellent action. Bright, strongly rifled bore. Numbers match. Both grips are in good shape and have been reoiled. Cylinder scene remnants are present.

Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.

Barrel is 7-1/2 inches.

Caliber: .36 Percussion

Overall condition as seen in photos.

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$3150

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Antique: Yes

Price: $3,150.00
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