Around 800 of these revolving rifles are estimated to have been manufactured c. 1865-1879. They were offered "adapted to use Metallic Cartridges" by 1872. "73" is stamped on the bottom of the barrel at the breech, on the cylinder pin, on the cylinder breech plate, on the left side of the trigger guard tang, and in the upper tang mortise of the stock. "8" is marked on the conversion cylinder and the removable breech plate. The barrel has a nickel silver blade front sight and an elevation adjustable sporting rear sight. The barrel and cylinders are blued. The loading lever, hammer, and frame are casehardened. The trigger guard and buttplate are silver plated. The straight wrist stock has an oiled finish. Provenance: Property of a Distinguished Southern Clergyman

Fine with 75% faded original blue finish on the barrel, patterns of mostly muted original case colors, 85% plus original silver on the buttplate, aged patina on the silver and brass, smooth gray and brown patina on the balance of the steel, some light oxidation, and general mild wear. Aside from a repair in the wrist, the stock is also fine and has smooth finish and minor scratches and dings. The half-cock needs work; otherwise, the rifle functions. Overall, a very attractive example of a rare Remington model missing from many collections.