This Single Action Model 1863 percussion revolver was manufactured by the Starr Arms Co. of New York, New York, as part of a 25,000 gun contract with the Ordnance Department during the Civil War. Although the Starr Single Action revolvers were delivered to the Ordnance Department throughout 1864, the revolvers were issued in limited numbers during the Civil War. "STARR'S PATENT JAN. 15, 1856." roll-stamped on the right side of the frame and "'STARR.ARMS.Co.NEW.YORK." roll-stamped on the left side. Matching serial number "26767" visible on the front of the frame below the loading lever, inside of the hammer well, on the cylinder, left side of both grip straps, and top surface of the one-piece walnut grip. Single, block letter "D" and "C" Ordnance sub-inspection marks are stamped on most components. Boxed script "JSD" inspection cartouche marked on the left grip panel, and partially obstructed "JTB" (James T. Baden) cartouche on the right grip panel.

Fine, retaining 40% original high polish blue finish concentrated on the sides of the frame with the cylinder dulled to a smooth brown patina and smooth gray/brown patina on the balance with scattered patches of light pitting. 30% original case colors remain on the hammer. Grip is very good with scattered scratches, a small chip at the bottom left edge, two mild chips at the bottom right edge, and defined cartouches (one is partially obstructed as mentioned above). Mechanically fine.