Manufactured c. 1861 to 1874, many of these "Old Army" revolver were privately purchased by soldiers for use during the Civil War, or by family members and friends as a gift for men leaving for the war or returning from it. This specific example with its attractive, deluxe, rosewood veneered, presentation case with brass plaque on the lid certainly fits the bill for a gift, as it was produced after 1865. Many of these revolvers also made their way to the frontier in the hands of all manner of folk heading westward to begin a new life. Often holstered as a sidearm, these revolvers are rarely found in very fine condition like this one. The standard one-line address is on top of the barrel rib. The matching serial number is on the butt and stamped inside the right grip panel, and the matching assembly number "9xx" is marked on the front face of the cylinder, rear face of the barrel lug, and left of the grip frame. It is fitted with a German silver blade front sight, notch rear sight on the cylinder stop, and smooth rosewood grips. Includes a hardwood case with blank brass presentation plate on the lid and fitted interior containing an empty picture box for .32-100 Short cartridges, a key, and an oil bottle. Provenance: The Cam & Deb Cooper Collection