{"product_id":"original-u-s-remington-model-95-nickel-plated-41-rimfire-over-under-pocket-pistol-serial-859-in-original-case-with-key-and-cartridges-circa-1890","title":"Original U.S. Remington Model 95 Nickel Plated .41 Rimfire Over \u0026 Under Pocket Pistol Serial 859 In Original Case with Key and Cartridges - circa 1890","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. Originally patented in 1858, the Remington Model 95 Pocket Pistol became very popular on the River Boats of the great Mississippi river beginning in the 1870's. They were often used by gamblers and others who would require protection on the often dark decks. Having just a 3\" barrel and measuring 4 3\/4” overall, this was ideal for a waistcoat pocket. The barrel top strap is marked with the Remington Address:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREMINGTON ARMS CO. ILION, N.Y.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pistol is a lovely example, originally produced in a nickel plated finish the metalwork with checkered \"gutta percha\" composition hard rubber grips. Unlike most we see, the nickel plating is still very well retained, though we do believe it was re-nickeled during the period. Normally the hammer, lock lever, and trigger would not be nickel plated, and we can see some polish marks under the nickel finish. The grips are in very nice condition, still showing the original checkering well, and they have faded a bit to the brown color we often see on these old rubber grips. The left grip does show some cracking, which looks to be more from deterioration of the rubber, as the interior of the grip shows stress cracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lever on the right of the pistol side releases the barrel, which flips upwards for extraction and reloading. There is even a nice manual extractor on the left side of the pistol, which is still fully functional. This also shows serial number \u003cstrong\u003e859\u003c\/strong\u003e on the bottom of the barrel, and on the left side of the frame under the grips. The serial numbers on these restarted after the company was renamed \"Remington Arms Co.\" in 1888, so this pistol was produced in approximately 1890. The hammer has a rather ingenious mechanism that moves the rimfire firing pin up and down alternately, so only one barrel fires at a time. It appears to function correctly, but we have not verified this. The bores are in good condition, showing a partly bright finish with worn but clear lands and grooves. There is past fouling and oxidation present, now cleaned away, so it definitely saw a good amount of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pistol comes with a fantastic original leather covered fitted case, which is marked \u003cstrong\u003eGENUINE LEATHER \/ MADE IN ITALY\u003c\/strong\u003e on the lower left interior edge. The case measures 5 1\/2\"W x 4 1\/2\"D x 1 3\/8\", and has lovely gilt embossed designs on the edges of the lid, and there is an oval escutcheon with the initials \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eF E D\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e in the center. The interior is lined with red velvet plush material, and there is a perfectly fitted inlet for the pistol. There are also five inlets in the lower left corner, which have \u003cstrong\u003einert\u003c\/strong\u003e .41 rimfire cartridges present in them. As an added bonus, the case comes with the original key, which is still functional!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFound in many, many Western Movies these have become an old CLASSIC OF THE AMERICAN WEST. In lovely condition, complete with an original case and cartridges. Ready to display!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYears of Manufacture: circa 1890\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: .41 Short \/ .41-100\u003cbr\u003eAmmunition Type: Rimfire Cartridge\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Length: 3 inches\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 4 3\/4 inches\u003cbr\u003eAction: Exposed Hammer\u003cbr\u003eFeed System: Hinged Breech Double Shot Over \u0026amp; Under\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44868345233477,"sku":"ONJR26MABS036","price":1895.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/A5A555C7-4F4B-4218-97B4-9B852D6E2EAD.jpg?v=1776107784","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-remington-model-95-nickel-plated-41-rimfire-over-under-pocket-pistol-serial-859-in-original-case-with-key-and-cartridges-circa-1890","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}