Reportedly, 32,000 of these Model 1863 revolvers were manufactured between 1863-1865, with the majority purchased on government contract. The Starr Arms Co. Model 1863 Army revolver was one of the most widely issued revolvers of the American Civil War alongside the Colt Model 1860 Army and the Remington New Model Army. Most show signs of significant use, but this revolver remains in exceptional condition. It has the standard Starr markings along with single letter U.S. Ordnance sub-inspection marks and boxed script inspection cartouches stamped on either side of the grip. Matching visible serial numbers located on the front of the frame below the loading lever, inside the hammer well, barrel, cylinder, on the left of both grip straps, and stamped on top of the one-piece walnut grip. Provenance: The Andrew Singer Collection

Exceptionally fine, retains 85% original blue finish with some thinning on the grip straps and cylinder, scattered light freckling and handling marks, with 80% vivid case colors showing on the hammer and rear of the loading lever with smooth brown patina on the balance. Grip is very fine with rich oil finish, some light scratches and mostly crisp cartouches. Mechanically fine.