1857 CASED Antique COLT M1855 ROOT Percussion SIDEHAMMER Pocket Revolver .28 Caliber SELF DEFENSE Revolver w/ACCESSORIES

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1857 CASED Antique COLT M1855 ROOT Percussion SIDEHAMMER Pocket Revolver  

.28 Caliber SELF DEFENSE Revolver w/ACCESSORIES

Here we present an antique Cased Colt Model 1855 “Root” Side-hammer Percussion Pocket Revolver, made just four years before the start of the Civil War in 1857 in Hartford, Connecticut. This Samuel Colt design was named for his factory superintendent Elisha K. Root and is a telling example of Colt’s desire to innovate, which was probably the single biggest factor in his success. Though the Colt 1849 Pocket had been introduced only 6 years prior, the “Colonel” attempted to make an improved pocket revolver. The Root features Colt’s debut of the “creeping” style of loading lever which allowed for better mechanical advantage when loading the gun, Colt’s first solid frame, a hammer mounted on the right side for access to the cylinder axis pin, and a cylinder axis pin which was the point at which the hand turned the cylinder (versus on the cylinder itself).

Though not a primary military arm during the American Civil War, handguns were commonly privately purchased by soldiers for use on the battlefield. Whether legend or fact, it is interesting to note something commonly read about pocket revolvers of the day: that while they could be used for self-defense against the enemy, many soldiers kept them on their person to defend themselves against an unwanted amputation in the primitive field hospitals that were notorious, even in their day.

The overall condition is fine. Much original blue is preserved. Strong action. The bore is in good shape for its age, retains some shimmer, and serviceable rifling. Excellent grip. Markings are legible. Numbers match. Both the case an accessories are in very good shape.

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

Barrel is 3-1/2 inches.

Caliber: .28 Percussion

Overall condition as seen in photos.

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$5950

#250026
 

Antique: Yes

Price: $5,950.00
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