Guns International #: 101365470
Seller's Inventory #: 190767
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Guns International #: 101365470
Category - Colt Revolvers - Navy
- Civil War Revolvers
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16
State:
Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
Int'l Phone: 314-707-7373
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Active Listings: 1466
Total Listings: 29962
Seller Type:FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
Payment Methods: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Antebellum Antique COLT 1851 NAVY .36 Cal Revolver Made in 1856!
Description: Antebellum Antique COLT 1851 NAVY .36 Cal Revolver Made in 1856! Here we present an antique Colt 1851 Navy Revolver, made in 1856 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. Truly, the Colt 1851 Navy revolver ushered in the era of the gunfighter. Among the many guns that were used on the western frontier, none was more popular in its day than the Colt percussion revolver designated the 1851 Navy. This single action revolver weighed in at roughly 42 ounces. Prior to the Navy's introduction, hand gunners had to make do with the Colt Walker and Dragoon revolvers, both of which weighed over four pounds. These big guns were best suited for carry in pommel holsters on the saddle. The Colt Navy was the first popular single-action revolver that could be worn comfortably on the belt. Prior to the beginning of the Civil War, the state of Missouri was a hotbed of trouble that often broke out in shooting fights. Bill Anderson, Jesse and Frank James, and the Youngers all cut their teeth on this border trouble and were ready to go when leaders like William Quantrill enlisted them in his guerilla band during the war. The boys from Missouri became quite proficient with their six-guns and generally carried a brace of Dragoons on their saddle pommels and a brace of Navy revolvers on their hip. Provenance: Spenger's Fresh Fish Grotto was a restaurant located in Berkeley, California at 1919 4th Street. For 128 years, Spenger’s served some of the Bay’s finest seafood to generations of stevedores, students, Nobel laureates, and everyone in between. At its high point, the former fish market turned restaurant claimed to be selling 3,500 pounds of fresh fish per day. Spenger’s was home to oysters, a cheap bar, ship parts and a treasure chest of antique guns. Basically, the elder Spengers would buy guns from widows in the area whose husbands had been collectors before they died. So, after 128 years, Berkeley said good-by to Spenger’s Fresh Fish Grotto on October 24, 2018, and the cache of guns inside were released to be purchased by the public. This gun is one of those from the cache. The overall condition is fine. The iron has been re-blued and case colored and bears 95% of the finish. The grip frame has been re-plated and likewise bears 95+% of the finish. The markings are clear. The numbers match. The walnut grip is in good shape. Strong bore. The action is excellent. Here is a handsome pre-Civil War example of one of Colt’s most prolific percussion revolvers! Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 7-1/2 inches. Caliber: .36 Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $2950 #190767 SOLD Antique: Yes |
Guns International #: 101365470
Seller's Inventory #: 190767
Guns International #: 101365470
Seller's Inventory #: 190767