Guns International #: 103131727
Seller's Inventory #: 250632

Category - Colt Revolvers - Antique Percussion - Colt Revolvers - Antique

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Colt Revolvers - Antique Percussion
Colt Revolvers - Antique

ANTEBELLUM Pre-CIVIL WAR Antique COLT M1849 POCKET .31 PERCUSSION Revolver WILD WEST/FRONTIER SIX-SHOOTER Made In 1860

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ANTEBELLUM Pre-CIVIL WAR Antique COLT M1849 POCKET .31 PERCUSSION Revolver

WILD WEST/FRONTIER SIX-SHOOTER Made In 1860

Here we present an antique Colt Model 1849 Percussion Pocket Revolver, made in 1860 in Hartford, Connecticut, just one year before the start of the American Civil War. The Model 1849 Pocket, the replacement for the Baby Dragoon, was the most widely produced of any Colt percussion pistol. Nearly 340,000 were manufactured during its 23-year production run that ended in 1873. Over 280,000 of these were produced by Colt’s factory at Hartford by the end of the American Civil War in 1865. These were very popular and saw a lot of use on the battlefield, on the home front and in the West. These were some of the smallest, handiest pocket revolvers of the time.

One of the most aesthetically pleasing aspects of the 1849 Pocket is its cylinder scene. Cylinder scenes during this period were common, especially for Colt, not only for their visual appeal, but because it made a revolver more difficult to forge. The scene on the 1849 Pocket is that of a stagecoach robbery. The focal point is the stagecoach drawn by four horses.

The 1849 Pocket is a timeless revolver in function and aesthetic that extends beyond simply collecting. Pop culture has also been influenced by the iconic status of these pieces of history. Examples can be found in huge blockbusters like “Gangs of New York” and television shows all over the world, namely the Australian series “Wild Boys”. Amazingly, it’s even found in Japanese Anime TV series’ and American video games!

The overall condition is very good. Bright gray patina throughout. The action is strong. On this example the bore has retained a light shimmer, but has mostly dimmed with and holds serviceable rifling. Very good, lightly handled grip. Markings are legible. Numbers match, including the wedge. Most of the cylinder scene is intact!

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

Barrel is 6 inches.

Caliber: .31 Percussion

Overall condition as seen in photos.

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$1600

#250632
 

Antique: Yes

Price: $1,600.00
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