This revolver was manufactured in 1861 and is one of only an estimated 38,843 manufactured between 1861-1873, compared to 200,500 Model 1860 Army revolvers manufactured between 1860-1873. It has a German silver blade front sight, the one-line New York address, "COLTS/PATENT" on the left side of the frame, "36 CAL" on the left side of the trigger guard, and a smooth one-piece walnut grip. Matching serial numbers are found on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, back strap, cylinder, wedge, and arbor pin. Provenance: Property of a Distinguished Southern Clergyman

Very good, displaying an overall gray patina of a well-traveled sidearm that has seen a lifetime of service with 30% original soft military style blue finish remaining on the barrel, 30% original case colors in the protected areas, and much of the cylinder scene remaining. The grip is good showing authentic "working gun" wear and tear. Mechanically excellent. A Civil War era Colt Model 1861 Navy percussion revolver with great character.