DESIREABLE Antique E. REMINGTON M1875 .44-40 Single Action ARMY Revolver JESSE and FRANK JAMES Revolver of Choice BLUED

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DESIREABLE Antique E. REMINGTON M1875 .44-40 Single Action ARMY Revolver  

JESSE and FRANK JAMES Revolver of Choice BLUED

Here Ancestry Guns presents an antique Remington Model 1875 Single Action Army Revolver, also known as the “Improved Army” or the “Frontier Army”, made in Ilion, New York circa the late 1870s to the early 1880s. The Model 1875 followed the form of the successful Model 1858 which saw widespread use and acceptance during the American Civil War. It kept the Model 1858’s use of a top-strap frame which led to increased structural strength when compared to the competing open frame Colts from that period. The Model 1875 was specifically developed around the use of metallic cartridge ammunition. It was supposed to be Remington’s answer to the hugely popular Colt .45 SAA, better known as the “Peacemaker” and represented Remington’s first dive into the metallic cartridge revolver market. Ordinary citizens and Old West lawmen alike recognized the sturdy quality of the new Remington revolvers.

These revolvers were made in “batches”. Because of duplicate numbering in subsequent batches, serial numbers alone will give you no indication for the date of production. Sometime after the 14,000th revolver was manufactured, Remington introduced the revolver in .44-40 WCF caliber. To distinguish between the .44 Remington Centerfire and the .44-40 WCF calibers, the latter was stamped on the left grip with a plain “44” and later with a “44W” for Winchester. When the final version was introduced around 1882, the caliber mark was then placed on the left rear of the trigger guard bow. When the new firm of Remington Arms Company introduced the Model 1890, the caliber marking was changed to 44 WCF.

The overall condition is good. Original gray patina. Strong action. The bore is good, has darkened, and reveals serviceable rifling. Both grips remain seated firmly and showcase only light handling evidence. Markings are worn but discernable. “44” is marked on the left side of the frame. Matching numbers are present on the frame under the grips and triggerguard. Five uniform notches are cut into the backstrap.

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

Barrel is 6 inches.

Caliber: .44-40 WCF

Overall condition as seen in photos.

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$4000

#261000
 

Antique: Yes

Price: $4,000.00
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