{"product_id":"original-u-s-pre-civil-war-colt-model-1849-31-caliber-pocket-percussion-revolver-with-4-barrel-serial-no-110324-manufactured-in-1856","title":"Original U.S. Pre-Civil War Colt Model 1849 .31-Caliber Pocket Percussion Revolver with 4\" Barrel - Serial No. 110324 - Manufactured in 1856","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 honest used example, showing the original geometry well, with the original finish relatively well retained in many areas, though it does show wear and patination. The revolver features Serial Number \u003cstrong\u003e110324\u003c\/strong\u003e on the barrel, frame, cylinder, trigger guard, and grip frame, with shortened number \u003cstrong\u003e0324\u003c\/strong\u003e on the cylinder arbor pin. The barrel wedge is an unmarked replacement, and the loading lever is marked \u003cstrong\u003e2230\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it was swapped out long ago. We would consider this a \"Mostly Matching\" example of the M1849 Pocket revolver, with all the major parts still present, and some smaller parts replaced, most likely after damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe serial number indicates the year of manufacture for most components as \u003cstrong\u003e1856\u003c\/strong\u003e, only a few short years before the start of the U.S. Civil War, so it is very possible that it saw service during the conflict. Five shot percussion, .31 caliber with a 4\" barrel, the revolver is in nice tight condition with a very nice aged finish on the steel components, with no evidence of major oxidation or past restoration. Unlike most we see, the grip frame and trigger guard still retain about 50% of the plating, which looks to be silver, or possibly silver over nickel. The retained plating has a tarnished look, while the exposed brass has matured to a mustard color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, the\u003cstrong\u003e \"Stagecoach Robbery\"\u003c\/strong\u003e cylinder scene, often completely worn away, is retained at \u003cstrong\u003eabout 75%\u003c\/strong\u003e, still easily discernable, and the \u003cstrong\u003eCOLT'S PATENT \/ №\u003c\/strong\u003e marking next to the serial number is almost fully present as well. The Colt early two line address is marked in two lines across the top of the octagonal barrel, with a bit of wear from cleaning:-\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 \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 during the early years before the introduction of pocket revolvers in \"navy caliber\". The brass bead front sight is still present, though it may be a replacement. The walnut grip is in very good used condition, with a lovely color, though it shows wear around the bottom edge, as often seen. It still retains over 80% of the original \"Piano Varnish\" finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe revolver functions very well, 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 has a bit of wobble, and does not look to have been adjusted in the past. The bore is in very good condition, showing a partly bright finish with clear lands and grooves. There is overall past fouling and oxidation, now removed, so the interior has a bit of a matte finish. We presume it was used a fair amount, and not cleaned properly. All five cap nipple cones are present and clear, with two having been replaced somewhat recently, while the other three are original and show fouling and past oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a well-preserved pre-Civil War Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver retaining matching serial number 110324 on the barrel, frame, cylinder, trigger guard, and grip frame. Although the loading lever and barrel wedge are replacements, the revolver retains substantial grip-frame plating, approximately 75% of its Stagecoach Robbery cylinder scene, much of the original varnish on the walnut grip, and a clear barrel address. The firm action, solid cylinder lockup, and well-defined bore further distinguish it as an appealing, mostly matching example manufactured in 1856.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: 1856\u003cbr\u003eManufacturer: Colt Patent Firearms Co.\u003cbr\u003eModel 1849 Pocket\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFederal Classification: Pre-1899 Antique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\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":45371653193797,"sku":"ONSV25LOS040","price":1495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONSV25LOS040.jpg?v=1784310238","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-pre-civil-war-colt-model-1849-31-caliber-pocket-percussion-revolver-with-4-barrel-serial-no-110324-manufactured-in-1856","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}