July 13-15, 2021 Collectible Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 7/13/2021
Manufactured in 1864 during the American Civil War. Standard 7 - 1/2" round .36 caliber barrel marked with 1-line New York address, German silver front sight blade, 6-shot non-fluted percussion cylinder with naval engagement scene, brass grip straps with round trigger guard, and 1-piece smooth walnut grips. CONDITION: Good. Blued and case hardened components exhibit an overall mellow gray patina with scattered dings. Cylinder scene visible but light. Brass starting to mellow and patina in areas. Grips lightly sanded with finish added and a repair to the right toe. Shootable bore with some pitting. Tight mechanics. Matching serial number (23656) on barrel, frame, trigger guard, and back strap. Cylinder bears the last 3 digits. Wedge numbered one digit off, 655, perhaps a factory or field mix-up. BAS