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Lot 15: Colt Model 1861 Navy Percussion Revolver

Exceptional Civil War Production Commercial Colt Model 1861 Navy Percussion Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 6, 2019

Lot 15: Colt Model 1861 Navy Percussion Revolver

Exceptional Civil War Production Commercial Colt Model 1861 Navy Percussion Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 6, 2019

Estimated Price: $14,000 - $20,000
Price Realized:
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Exceptional Civil War Production Commercial Colt Model 1861 Navy Percussion Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1861 Navy
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 36
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened/silver
Grip: walnut
Stock:
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Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 19
Class: Antique
Description:

The Model 1861 Navy at first glance is very similar to the Model 1860 Army and employs a round barrel and "creeping" loading lever like the '60 Army. The most notable difference aside from the caliber itself is the non-rebated cylinder. These revolvers were used during the Civil War and also in the West. Only 38,843 of these revolvers were manufactured compared to over 200,500 of the Model 1860 Army and around 272,000 Model 1851 Navies making surviving examples desirable and those in high condition especially sought after. This revolver was manufactured in 1863 for the commercial market and may have been a private purchased sidearm used during the Civil War but also clearly very well cared for. It has the standard markings and features including all matching serial numbers (including the grip).

Rating Definition:

Exceptionally fine with 95% plus of the vibrant original case colors, 70% original bright high polish blue finish, smooth brown patina on the flaked areas of the barrel and cylinder, 85% plus original silver plating on the trigger guard, 30% original silver plating on the back strap, attractive aged patinas on the silver and exposed brass, general minor scratches, three solid safety pins, three others partially flattened, distinct markings and cylinder scene, some dings above the wedge on the right, and general minor wear. The grip is excellent and has nearly all of the high polish finish and minor lower edge wear. Mechanically excellent. These Model 1861 Navy revolvers are very difficult to find in high condition, especially those made during the war!



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