Product Description
Antique Post-CIVIL WAR COLT Model 1851 NAVY .36 Caliber PERCUSSION Revolver
1867 Made Iconic WILD WEST Single Action Revolver
Here we present an antique Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver, made in 1867 in Hartford, Connecticut. The 1851 Navy was one of Colt’s most famous and successful lines, reaching a production total of 257,348 from 1850 to 1873 (right up to the time of SAA production) from both Hartford and London factories. From Hartford alone, 185,000 were made by the end of the American Civil War. Many of these saw service during the conflict on both sides. There were some military purchases and lots of private purchases by soldiers going off to war. In addition, the Model 1851 was carried by Confederate General Robert E. Lee and was a favorite of “Doc” Holliday and “Wild Bill” Hickok, who carried two of these most famously in his red sash.
The Colt Model 1851 Navy, first known as the “Ranger Model” and also known as the “Revolving Belt Pistol of Naval Caliber,” was designed between 1847 and 1850, manufactured from 1850 until 1873, and was the second most popular Colt percussion revolver after only the Model 1849 Pocket. Though its name implies maritime use, most Navy revolvers primarily saw use on dry land, including in the Old West, which truly, the Colt 1851 Navy revolver ushered in the era of the gunfighter. Among the many guns that were used on the western frontier, none was more popular in its day than the Colt percussion revolver designated the 1851 Navy.
The overall condition is good. The action fully functions, but the hammer spring is a little weak. Patinated bore with good rifling. The replacement grip is fine with little wear. The numbers match although, the frame and butt markings are worn.
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Barrel is 7-3/8 inches.
Caliber: .36 Percussion
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$2000
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