Remington's revolvers were the second most widely issued by the Union throughout the Civil War. This U.S. inspected example was manufactured between 1863-1865, and the New Model Army continued to be manufactured until 1875, and represents the last of Remington's .44 caliber percussion revolvers. "PATENTED SEPT. 14. 1858/E. REMINGTON & SONS. ILION NEWYORK.U.S.A./NEW-MODEL" marked in three lines on the top barrel flat. Matching serial number "90833" located on the trigger guard lug (concealed, requires disassembly), left of the grip frame, handwritten on the underside of both grip panels, and "0833" on the rear face of the cylinder. Single letter sub-inspection marks located on various components. Boxed script "GP" inspection cartouche stamped on the left grip panel. Threaded "pinched" blade front sight and top strap groove rear sight. Provenance: The Andrew Singer Collection

Exceptionally fine, retains 80% plus original blue finish with some finish fading on the gripstraps, freckling and some patches of flaking showing smooth brown and gray patinas on the balance, 90% vivid original case colors on the hammer, and an attractive golden aged patina on the brass trigger guard. Grips are very fine with distinct edges, a few light handling marks, a patch of mild gouges concentrated on the right panel, and an exceptionally crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent. This exceptional Civil War U.S. contract Remington New Model Army revolver would make a fine addition to any U.S. martial firearms collection.