DESIRABLE Antique REMINGTON No. 1 Rolling Block .50-70 GOVT “BUFFALO” Rifle FRONTIER ISSUED 19th Century POPULAR HUNTING Gun

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DESIRABLE Antique REMINGTON No. 1 Rolling Block .50-70 GOVT “BUFFALO” Rifle

FRONTIER ISSUED 19th Century POPULAR HUNTING Gun

Here Ancestry Guns presents a desirable antique Remington No. 1 Rolling Block Frontier Issued Rifle, made circa 1868-88 in Ilion, New York and chambered in the .50-70 GOVT cartridge. This caliber was a very popular “buffalo rifle” round of the 1870s. The Remington Rolling Block had a sturdy, simple action that was relatively inexpensive, just what many governments wanted in the latter half of the 19th Century. They were popular with civilians as well. Rolling block rifles were produced in various action sizes for calibers from .50 centerfire all the way down to .22 rimfire and survived well into the 20th Century. Compared to more sophisticated single shot actions like the Browning/Winchester Model 1885, the Remington Rolling Block was relatively economical to produce, and this contributed to its longevity.

Remington rolling block rifles were produced as military muskets and carbines as well as for civilian use and were adopted by many countries. These included the U.S. (first by the Navy in 1867 and later in limited numbers in .45-70 by the Army), Argentina, Denmark, Guatemala, Holland, Puerto Rico (Voluntarios), Spain, Sweden/Norway, Uruguay, and others. They were also purchased by state militias, most notably the New York Militia. Remington rolling block rifles were produced under license in Belgium, Norway, Sweden, Spain, and perhaps other places. Ultimately, over 1.5 million rolling block military rifles were produced.

All Remington rolling block rifles use the same basic principle of design, which is an “L” shaped pivoting or hinged breech block pinned to the receiver in front of and below the axis of the barrel and a traditional exposed hammer placed behind the breechblock that must be manually cocked for every shot. This action is very strong but not particularly fast to operate. It is, however, smooth and reliable. And Remington rolling block rifles in all action sizes have always had a good reputation for accuracy.

The overall condition is good. Some traces of original finish can be found but has mostly matured to a brown patina. The bore maintains a nice shimmer and retains strong rifling. Excellent action. The wrist has been repaired and is stable. Markings are legible. The rear sight elevator is absent.

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

Barrel is 32 inches.

Caliber: .50-70 GOVT

Overall condition as seen in photos.

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$3250

#259602
 

Antique: Yes

Price: $3,250.00
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