The Colt Model 1851 Navy was the second most popular of all the Colt percussion revolvers, after only the Model 1849 Pocket, and 215,348 of these revolvers were manufactured in 1850-1873. This early revolver was manufactured in 1851 with the distinctive combination of the wedge under the screw and the square-back trigger guard that differentiates the Second Model from the other variations. It has a brass cone front sight, "-ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY-" on the top of the barrel, small "COLTS/PATENT" marking on the frame, the standard roll scene on the cylinder, and matching serial numbers on the loading lever, barrel, wedge, arbor pin, frame, grip straps, and back strap mortise of the grip (correctly hand-written in black ink). The case contains a cap tin, several bullets, an L-shaped combination tool, powder flask and Colt patent dual cavity bullet mold.

Very fine with 98% plus of the original silver plating which has dark aged patina, 60% original blue finish, 40% muted original case colors, distinct markings, patches of slight oxidation/pitting, solid safety pins, and minor wear. The grip is very fine and has glossy varnish, some nice figure, and minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. The relined case and accessories are very good with mild age and storage related wear. This revolver has aged butt appears to have been very well cared for and seen very little use.