Moore's Patent Fire Arms Co. was one of the major competitors for Smith & Wesson in the metallic cartridge revolver market in 1861-1865 and then operated as the National Arms Company until it was purchased by Colt in 1870. The majority of the approximately 30,000 Moore's patent front loading pocket revolvers manufactured in 1864-1870 were finished in blue and silver, and only a smaller number received full deluxe treatment as seen on this incredible example which features a full silver plated finish, ornate acid etching on the barrel and cylinder, and an elaborately engraved frame. The etching and engraving feature scrollwork along with floral accents, and the cylinder also includes a martial trophy motif. The barrel is marked "MOORE'S PAT FIREARMS Co. BROOKLYN, N.Y." in a panel, and the cylinder has "D. WILLIAMSON'S PATENT JANUARY 5, 1864" marked in a floral panel near the rear edge. "7023" is marked on the underside of the barrel. Includes a very rare factory picture box. Provenance: The Brig & Louise Pemberton Collection

Excellent, retains 95% of the very attractively aged silver plating with some light edge wear, a few scattered spots of flaking, and both the acid etching and engraving remaining very crisp. The grips are very fine with a few scattered light handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The box is very fine with some light handling/storage wear and marks. A beautiful piece of firearms art by Moore's Patent Firearms Co.