{"product_id":"original-u-s-civil-war-colt-m1849-pocket-percussion-revolver-with-6-barrel-and-partial-cylinder-scene-made-in-1860-serial-172097","title":"Original U.S. Civil War Colt M1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver with 6\" Barrel and Partial Cylinder Scene Made in 1860 - Serial 172097","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 is a lovely patinated example, made right before the start of the U.S. Civil War. This very nice example features Serial Number \u003cstrong\u003e172097\u003c\/strong\u003e on the barrel, frame, cylinder, trigger guard, and grip frame, with shortened number \u003cstrong\u003e2097\u003c\/strong\u003e on the loading rammer. The cylinder arbor pin is not marked, and looks to be an arsenal fabricated replacement, as is the unmarked barrel wedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe serial number indicates indicates the year of manufacture as \u003cstrong\u003e1860\u003c\/strong\u003e, right before the start of the U.S. Civil War, so it almost certainly saw service during the conflict, possibly on either side. Five shot percussion, .31 caliber with a 6\" barrel, and is in nice tight condition with a very nice peppery patina on the steel portions. As with most we see, the nickel plating on the grip frame and trigger guard is completely gone, and they display a lovely mustard patina. Additionally, over \u003cstrong\u003e50%\u003c\/strong\u003e of the original \u003cstrong\u003e\"Stagecoach Robbery\" \u003c\/strong\u003eengraved cylinder scene can still be seen, which is usually completely worn away. It also still shows the \u003cstrong\u003eCOLT'S PATENT \/ No.\u003c\/strong\u003e marking above and next to the serial number. Often we see these with the markings completely removed from the cylinder, so this is a real treat!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lovely revolver features the Colt 'Hartford' two line address marking, still fully legible across the top of the octagonal barrel:-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eADDRESS SAM'L COLT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHARTFORD CT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is still debate over the use of the \"Hartford\" address during this period, however it is thought that many of the revolvers so marked were specifically made for orders doing to the South during the years leading up to the Civil War. New York was viewed as the center of the abolitionist movement, so changing the address to Hartford, the actual address of the Colt Factory, was a way to make the revolvers more acceptable in the South. There are many known Confederate used Colt revolvers that had the Hartford address.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe revolver bears the correct \u003cstrong\u003eCOLTS PATENT\u003c\/strong\u003e on the left frame under the cylinder, though there is no \"31CAL\" marking on the trigger guard, which is not uncommon. The walnut grips are in very good condition, showing wear consistent with use in service, but no major damage. The original \"piano varnish\" finish is still very well retained, except around the bottom edges, which are worn. The brass front sight is still present and in very good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe revolver functions well, with accurate indexing and a firm cylinder lockup. We did not notice any of the usual finicky behavior we often see with revolvers of this age, though there is some slop in the mechanics. The barrel frame connection is a bit loose, and has not been adjusted in the past. The bore is in very good condition, showing clear lands and grooves with a partly bright finish. There is definitely some wear from use and cleaning away past fouling and oxidation, so it does look to have seen use in service during the war, but not an extreme amount. All five cap nipple cones are clear, showing oxidation and fouling on the exterior from use, as well as mushrooming from hammer strikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a lovely '49 Pocket dating from the beginning of the Civil War with a long 6\" barrel, a great acquisition for any collection. In lovely patinated condition with a great look and cylinder scene, ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: 1860\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: .31cal\u003cbr\u003eAmmunition Type: Cap and Ball\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Length: 6 inches\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 11 inches\u003cbr\u003eAction: Single Action Percussion\u003cbr\u003eFeed System: 5 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":43102099734597,"sku":"ONSV25TGA226","price":1495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONSV25TGA226__02.jpg?v=1752884449","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-civil-war-colt-m1849-pocket-percussion-revolver-with-6-barrel-and-partial-cylinder-scene-made-in-1860-serial-172097","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}