{"product_id":"original-u-s-civil-war-colt-m1849-pocket-percussion-revolver-with-cylinder-scene-made-in-1864-serial-267203","title":"Original U.S. Civil War Colt M1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver with Cylinder Scene made in 1864 - Serial 267203","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. The serial Number \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e267203\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e can be found on the barrel, frame, trigger guard and grip frame. The cylinder, and barrel wedge all have a shortened version of this number, making this a very nice \"ALL MATCHING\" revolver, totally un-messed with, and it's definitely a great one!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe serial number indicates indicates the year of manufacture as 1864, during the U.S. Civil War, so it almost certainly saw service during the conflict. As this revolver has a serial number over 187000, it has a six round .31 caliber cylinder, instead of the usual five. It also features a long 6\" barrel, and is in nice tight condition with nice aged finish on the steel. There is also most of the original cylinder \"Stagecoach Holdup Scene\" engraving visible, along with a clear \u003cstrong\u003eCOLT'S PATENT\u003c\/strong\u003e over the serial number marking. This marking is also present on the side of the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Colt later production single address is still fully legible across the top of the octagonal barrel -\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\u003eIt also has the correct \u003cstrong\u003eCOLTS PATENT\u003c\/strong\u003e on the left frame under the cylinder, and the grip frame is correctly marked \u003cstrong\u003e31CAL\u003c\/strong\u003e on the left hand side. The walnut grips are in very good shape, with a lovely color and the expected patina of age. They still have most of the original \"Piano Varnish\" finish that was applied to these at the factory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe revolver functions well, with a crisp action and good cylinder indexing and lockup. The trigger is well adjusted and there is no issues with dry firing. The bore shows clear lands and grooves, with a partly bright finish showing light oxidation and wear. All of the cap nipples look to be original, and are not crushed and still clear. They do show some powder burn, as to be expected.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a very nice '49 Pocket dating from the late Civil War, a wonderful acquisition for any collection. In wonderful condition and ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: 1864\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: .31cal\u003cbr\u003eAmmunition Type: Cap and Ball\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrel Length: 6 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 11 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39525555241029,"sku":"ONSV9054","price":1695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ONSV9054__03.jpg?v=1631311048","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-civil-war-colt-m1849-pocket-percussion-revolver-with-cylinder-scene-made-in-1864-serial-267203","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}