{"product_id":"original-u-s-civil-war-colt-m1849-pocket-percussion-revolver-made-in-1865-with-4-inch-barrel-cylinder-scene-matching-serial-270868","title":"Original U.S. Civil War Colt M1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver Made in 1865 with 4 Inch Barrel \u0026 Cylinder Scene - Matching Serial 270868","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. The Colt \"Pocket Percussion\" Model 1849 revolvers in .31cal are essentially scaled down versions of the larger Navy Model 1851 in .36cal, and were developed concurrently. This lovely example features Serial Number \u003cstrong\u003e270868\u003c\/strong\u003e on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, and grip frame, while the cylinder, cylinder arbor pin, and barrel wedge all have shortened versions of this number. That makes this a great \"ALL MATCHING\" example, with no parts swapped out over the years, and it's a good one!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe serial number indicates indicates the year of manufacture as \u003cstrong\u003e1865\u003c\/strong\u003e, during the end of U.S. Civil War, so it possibly saw service during the conflict, and most likely afterwards. As this revolver has a serial number over 187000, it has a six round cylinder, instead of the previous five. The revolver is in .31 caliber with a 4\" barrel, in nice tight condition with a lovely lightly used patina on the steel and iron parts. The revolver looks to have seen only moderate use while in service, and the original bluing can still be seen in many areas, particularly on the barrel. Unlike most we see, the \"Stagecoach Robbery\" cylinder scene is still well retained at over 60%, and there is a clear\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOLT'S \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePATENT \/ №\u003c\/strong\u003e marking next to the shortened serial number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe later Colt \"Single Line\" address is present and crisp across the top of the octagonal barrel:-\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e COLTS PATENT\u003c\/strong\u003e marking is still crisp on the left frame under the cylinder, and the brass trigger guard has the correct \u003cstrong\u003e31 CAL\u003c\/strong\u003e marking on the left side. The trigger guard and frame have lost the original plating, with a lovely matured golden color to the brass. The iron and steel parts of the revolver show a very nice mottled patina, with the original bluing and case coloring still partly retained. There is a bit of past peppering on the cylinder and hammer, but the rest of the pistol shows very little. Just a great lightly used look from use and thorough cleaning. The walnut grip is in very good condition, with a lovely color, and still retaining over 90% of the original \"piano varnish\" finish! There is some denting and wear through around the bottom as is typical, but this is far beyond what we usually see.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe revolver functions well, with accurate indexing and a firm cylinder lockup. We did not notice any of the finicky behavior we often see with revolvers of this age. It properly breaks down by removing the barrel wedge, and the barrel to frame has just a bit of wobble, with no signs of adjustment in the past. The bore is in excellent condition, showing clear lands and grooves with a bright finish. There is just a bit of wear and past fouling, now removed, but no major issues, and the \"progressive\" rifling is still easily visible. Definitely well above average for a black powder era bore, which are often like stovepipes! All of the cap nipples look to be original and are all clear, showing fouling and oxidation on the exterior from use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a lovely '49 Pocket dating from the late Civil War with a nice lightly used look and a great bore. A wonderful acquisition for any collection!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: 1865\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: .31cal\u003cbr\u003eAmmunition Type: Cap and Ball\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrel Length: 4 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 9 inches\u003cbr\u003eAction: Single Action Percussion\u003cbr\u003eFeed System: 6 Shot Revolver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: International orders of antique firearms MUST be shipped using UPS WW Services (courier). USPS Priority Mail international will not accept these. International customers should always consult their country's antique gun laws prior to ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45164245647429,"sku":"ONJR25OCGA071","price":1495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/F9D25B18-D145-4AC3-9092-9AB7038B84E5.jpg?v=1781557277","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-civil-war-colt-m1849-pocket-percussion-revolver-made-in-1865-with-4-inch-barrel-cylinder-scene-matching-serial-270868","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}