{"product_id":"original-u-s-nickel-plated-remington-model-1867-navy-rolling-block-pistol-with-spur-trigger-in-50cal-centerfire","title":"Original U.S. Nickel Plated Remington Model 1867 Navy Rolling Block Pistol with Spur Trigger in .50cal Centerfire","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. These are very unusual and very hard to find, considering that only 6,500 were ever produced. The Remington Model 1867 Navy Rolling Block Pistols were originally made chambered for .50cal rimfire ammunition, and had 8 1\/2 inch long barrels, with a \"spur\" trigger protector, not a trigger guard. Around 1870 however many were altered to the more familiar configuration, sometimes termed the M1870, with a shorter 7 inch barrel, traditional trigger guard and trigger, and a change to the breech block to fire .50cal centerfire ammunition. Almost all of the 6,500 ordered were modified, most likely back at Remington, and then returned to arsenal and remarked. This example however looks to have avoided being sent back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany of these were then later converted to longer barreled sporting guns, as the action was quite strong for a pistol. This example however was not, and is still in the original \"Model 1867\" configuration, except that it was nickel plated and converted to centerfire. It does look to have seen a good amount of use, and unfortunately use and cleaning prior to nickel plating has pretty much removed all information from the barrel and frame, except for a \u003cstrong\u003eP\u003c\/strong\u003e proof mark on the lower right side of the action. However due to the dimensions and specific shape of the action, we can definitively identify this as a Model 1867 Navy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe entire gun in very good used condition with the usual wear from service. The nickel plating is still well retained on the action, including the trigger, rolling block, and hammer, however the plating on the barrel has mostly worn away, now really only retained near the fore stock. There is some oxidation on the barrel now, but nothing out of the ordinary. The stocks are solid but do show wear, and there is a good amount of wood missing from both from years of cleaning and probably some re-shaping to smooth out chips.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe action is crisp and moves smoothly, with an intact firing pin, though it does not have the return spring due to the early design. The ejector on this earlier model is also just a small tab on the top of the \"rolling block\", which is still present, but was unfortunately not entirely effective in practice. The bore is in very good condition, showing a partly bright finish with clear three groove rifling. There is some past oxidation and fouling, now cleaned away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fine example for any U.S. Military Pistol Collection, ready to display! This is the first time we have had one of these rare pistols with the original spur trigger still present!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYears of Manufacture: c.1866-1870\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: .50cal\u003cbr\u003eAmmunition Type: Centerfire Cartridge\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Length: 8 1\/2 inches\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 13 inches\u003cbr\u003eAction: Rolling Block\u003cbr\u003eFeed System: Single Shot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory of the Remington Rolling Block Pistol\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe Remington Rolling Block is one of the most successful single shot weapons ever developed. It is a strong and simple action, very reliable, and not prone to be jammed by dirt or rough usage. It was based in part on the \"split breech\" action produced by Remington during the United States Civil War. That design was re-engineered by Joseph Rider during 1865, and the first firearm based on it, the Model 1865 Remington Pistol, was offered for sale to the United States Army and Navy in 1866. While the Army turned the design down, the Navy committed to purchase 5000 pistols.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pistol went through several models, and the 1871 Army pistol (sometimes referred to as the Army and Navy Model) was the final redesign. The trigger and trigger guard were moved forward on the receiver, and a spur was added to the receiver behind the hammer to allow for a better grip. A rotating extractor was designed. The front sight was changed from a bead to a blade, and the lockwork was also redesigned. The gun was available in .50 centerfire, but could be special ordered in .22 rimfire. It was designed for the U.S. military, but was never sold to them, however this example seems to have been a private purchase. Over 6000 are estimated to have been manufactured.\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":43974921486405,"sku":"ONJR25OCGA005","price":1495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONJR25OCGA005MAIN.jpg?v=1762981597","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-nickel-plated-remington-model-1867-navy-rolling-block-pistol-with-spur-trigger-in-50cal-centerfire","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}