Product Description
Antique REMINGTON & SONS No. 1-1/2 Rolling Block SPORTING Rifle .22 HORNET
19th Century HUNTING/SPORTING Rifle
Here we present an antique Remington Rolling Block No. 1-1/2 Sporting Rifle, made during its production run between 1888-97 in Ilion, New York. The Remington Rolling Block had a sturdy, simple action that was relatively inexpensive, just what many governments wanted in the latter half of the 19th Century. They were popular with civilians, as is this example, as well. Rolling block rifles were produced in various action sizes for calibers in both rimfire and centerfire, from .50 centerfire all the way down to .22 rimfire and survived well into the 20th Century. Compared to more sophisticated single shot actions like the Browning/Winchester Model 1885, the Remington Rolling Block was relatively economical to produce, and this contributed to its longevity.
It began being produced around 1888 when Remington was reorganized as the Remington Arms Company and were discontinued around 1897, just before the starting of the Spanish-American War. Most, if not all of the No. 1-1/2 rifles have the “knoxform” style upper frame. Several thousand were produced in the near decade long production period.
Remington rolling block rifles were produced as military muskets and carbines as well as for civilian use and were adopted by many countries. These included the U.S. (first by the Navy in 1867 and later in limited numbers in .45-70 by the Army), Argentina, Denmark, Guatemala, Holland, Puerto Rico (Voluntarios), Spain, Sweden/Norway, Uruguay, and others. They were also purchased by state militias, most notably the New York Militia. Remington rolling block rifles were produced under license in Belgium, Norway, Sweden, Spain, and perhaps other places. Ultimately, over 1.5 million rolling block military rifles were produced.
All Remington rolling block rifles use the same basic principle of design, which is an “L” shaped pivoting or hinged breech block pinned to the receiver in front of and below the axis of the barrel and a traditional exposed hammer placed behind the breechblock that must be manually cocked for every shot. This action is very strong but not particularly fast to operate. It is, however, smooth and reliable. And Remington rolling block rifles in all action sizes have always had a good reputation for accuracy.
The overall condition is fine. Original blue finish and case colors. The action is excellent. The bore is clean and bright with strong rifling. The stock shows use and remains solid and has fancier grain than is usual. Converted to .22 Hornet.
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Barrel is 26-1/8 inches.
Caliber: .22 Hornet
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$1800
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