{"product_id":"original-u-s-civil-war-named-colt-m1849-pocket-percussion-revolver-with-4-barrel-cylinder-scene-made-in-1853-matching-serial-81826","title":"Original U.S. Civil War Named Colt M1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver with 4\" Barrel \u0026 Cylinder Scene made in 1853 - Matching Serial 81826","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 service used example, showing the original geometry well, with the original finish now faded to a lovely gray patina, with the markings very well preserved. This impressive example features Serial Number \u003cstrong\u003e81826\u003c\/strong\u003e on the barrel, frame, cylinder, trigger guard, and grip frame, with shortened number \u003cstrong\u003e1826\u003c\/strong\u003e on the barrel wedge, loading rammer and cylinder arbor pin. This makes this a very desirable \u003cstrong\u003e\"ALL MATCHING\"\u003c\/strong\u003e example of the M1849 Pocket revolver, without any parts swapped out over the years, and it's definitely a lovely example!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe serial number indicates indicates the year of manufacture as \u003cstrong\u003e1853\u003c\/strong\u003e, only a few short years before the start of the U.S. Civil War, so it almost certainly saw service during the conflict. Five shot percussion, .31 caliber with a short 4\" barrel, and is in nice tight condition with a very nice gray patina with just a bit of peppering in a few areas. The grip frame and trigger guard have a lovely look, showing a lovely aged brass color, having lost the original plating long ago. There is even a slightly worn name on the rear of the grip frame: \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCAP't N. REEDE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, a great opportunity for further research!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, over \u003cstrong\u003e80%\u003c\/strong\u003e of the original \u003cstrong\u003e\"Stagecoach Robbery\"\u003c\/strong\u003e engraved cylinder scene can still be seen, which is usually completely worn away. It is still crisp in most areas and looks great! The \u003cstrong\u003eCOLT'S PATENT\u003c\/strong\u003e marking above the serial number is almost fully intact as well. Often we see these with the markings completely removed from the cylinder, so this is a real treat!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Colt early two line address is marked in two lines across the top of the octagonal barrel, and is still crisp with no wear:-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eADDRESS SAML COLT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNEW YORK CITY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also has the correct crisp \u003cstrong\u003eCOLTS PATENT\u003c\/strong\u003e on the left frame under the cylinder, though it was mis-struck at the factory, and there is no \"31CAL\" marking on the trigger guard, which is not uncommon. The walnut grip is in very good condition, with a lovely color and very little damage or wear. It has however lost most of the original \"piano varnish\" on both sides of the grip, probably removed during cleaning, with only about 25% remaining. It also had a square brass insert added at the very top of the grip where it meets the frame, definitely an interesting modification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe revolver functions just about flawlessly, with solid indexing and a firm cylinder lockup. We did not notice any of the usual finicky behavior we often see with revolvers of this age. The barrel to frame connection is solid, with no wobble we can detect. The bore is in very good condition, with a mostly bright finish showing clear lands and grooves, with a bit of past fouling and oxidation in a few areas. It's very rare to see a percussion era revolver with a bore this good! The brass front sight is still present and in very good condition, with just a bit of wear on the top. All five cap nipple cones are clear, showing oxidation and fouling on the exterior from use, and they definitely look to be original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a lovely '49 Pocket dating from just before the Civil War, named to an officer, a great acquisition for any collection. In great condition with a lovely worn look and a great cylinder scene, ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: 1853\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: .31cal\u003cbr\u003eAmmunition Type: Cap and Ball\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Length: 4 inches\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 9 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":42192439574597,"sku":"ONJR24JGCW003","price":1795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONJR24JGCW003__01.jpg?v=1733956356","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-civil-war-named-colt-m1849-pocket-percussion-revolver-with-4-barrel-cylinder-scene-made-in-1853-matching-serial-81826","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}