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Lot 271:U.S. Navy Model 1861 Percussion Signal Pistol

September 8th, 2017|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 271:U.S. Navy Model 1861 Percussion Signal Pistol

September 8th, 2017|Rock Island, IL
Estimated Price$4,000 - $6,000
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Highly Desirable Civil War U.S. Navy Model 1861 Percussion Signal Pistol

This is one of the estimated 1,000 Navy Model 1861 Signal Pistols manufactured at the U.S. Navy Yard, Washington, D.C. The design of this signal pistol is similar to the Army Model 1861 except that the barrel is cast integral with the right side. It used the Coston Light System which did not propel the flare into the air. The flare burned while affixed to the pistol, which acted as the igniter and receptacle for it. All brass construction except for the small parts. The frame halves are stamped with the number "7". The left side of the frame is stamped "U.S.O.Y.W/W.N.J/1864" indicating manufacture by the U.S. Ordnance Yard in Washington and inspection by W.N. Jeffers in 1864.

ConditionVery fine overall with attractive aged patina on the brass, dings and marks, dark patina on the iron, and a coat of protective varnish applied overall many years ago that has yellowed with age. Mechanically fine. You will look a long time to find a finer example!
Details
ManufacturerAmerican
ModelNavy Flare
TypeOther
Serial number
ClassOther
Gripbrass

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1802
Catalog page97
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