Tranter revolver with double trigger, circa 1857-62
Item #: GS81
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This is a very attractive Tranter revolver from England that is a 5 shot and the bore measures about 7/16". The walnut grips with the chequered etching are in outstanding condition. There is scroll work all over the gun, including the side plates, trigger guard and butt plate. The barrel still has some of the original bluing left on the top and underneath. There are several Birmingham black powder proof marks on the side of the barrel and on the cylinder as shown in the images, and the letter H on the side plate. Many types of British revolvers, including the Tranter, Adams, Webley and Bentley were imported and used during the Civil War by both sides. This is well documented in the authoritative work on Civil War firearms used during the war. The serial number on this revolver is low, 3628 T. What is interesting about this piece is that the barrel is completely unmarked, likely made for a retailer to place his name on it or possibly to avoid identification when goods were imported from England primarily for the Confederacy. The action is tight and indexes every time. The trigger on this Tranter is very cool. It is called a double trigger that allowed the operator to use it as a double action or single action. The patent information is on the trigger. This Tranter revolver is the the earlier version that was made without the loading lever affixed on the side of the barrel. It has the safety latch on the left side that was invented around 1857. This revolver is likely circa 1857-62. This is just a very clean looking, attractive piece that will be a great addition to your gun collection.
This is another attractive Civil War pistol for your collection. This is a 4 shot pepperbox made by C. Sharps & Co. and it is Model 2A. The pepperbox is circa 1860 and has serial number 16671. The caliber is .30. The grips are in excellent condition, and are made of gutta percha with cross chequered etching. The brass has a beautiful dark patina from age. The action works great and indexes every time. The side plate is clearly marked, C. Sharps & Co. Philada. PA. Many of these guns have been dug at civil war sites. This is just a great looking pepperbox with attractive patina to the entire piece.
This is a very impressive looking gun. The Webley-Bentley revolver is rather large, the barrel measures 5" and the overall length is about 10½". The cylinder is a 5 shot and the bore measures about 7/16". The gun has beautiful scroll work throughout, including the bottom of the butt and the trigger guard. There is some bluing on the revolver, but it has turned mostly dark over the years. The chequered wooden grips are in excellent condition. The cylinder and underneath the barrel have the post 1813 Birmingham black powder proof marks. The barrel reads, Braddell Belfast. These types of guns, the Webley, Bentley, Adams and Tranter were imported and used by both sides during the Civil War. This revolver has it it all, the double action and the safety latch on the top of the hammer. You will not be disappointed in this revolver.
This little revolver is a Remington New Model pocket revolver, type III. The caliber is .31 and the cylinder is a 5 shot. The serial number is low, 2531 and is circa 1864-65. The walnut grips still have some of the original varnish. The bluing has turned a dark color over the years and looks great. The barrel markings have some wear from holster use, however you can read, Patented Sept. 14, 1858 Remington New York, US. The action works great and indexes every time. The barrel measures 3" and the overall length is about 7". This is an attractive little revolver that will look nice in your collection.
This is a Model 1849 Colt pocket revolver with a 4" barrel. The serial number is 145614 which dates to about 1857. The pocket revolver was widely used in the Civil War by both sides and is seen in images of soldiers displaying this type of weapon. Both of the walnut grips are nice and on one side there seems to be 3 kill notches or it was added for looks. The revolver still has most of its blue cased color and gives it an attractive look to the whole gun. The cylinder is a 5 shot and has some of the stage coach scene, but the Colt patent and serial number are missing. Why it was removed is a mystery. The barrel is marked, address SamL Colt New York City. A very nice looking Colt with a tight action.
This is a very early Model 1849 Colt pocket revolver with a 5" barrel. Many of the Colt pocket revolvers are 5 shot. This one is a 6 shot and the caliber is .31. The serial number is 22013 (of the 325,000 produced) which is very low and dates to the early 1850's. The cylinder however is serial number 53927, which is also very low. The owner may have wanted to change out the cylinder for a six shot. The cylinder has plenty of the stage coach scene, about 90% and it is sharp as shown in the images. The barrel reads, address SamL Colt New York City. There is plenty of the original silver plating on the trigger guard that you rarely see with these guns. The grips are nice with one side having a small chip along the back strap as seen in the images. No doubt this gun saw service in the war. I also understand that it was not unusual to have two fully loaded cylinders when going into battle. The other cylinder may be in someone's dug collection. The action is very tight as if it was made yesterday and it indexes each time. The Model 1849 Colt pocket revolver was well used in the Civil War by both sides. There are many images of soldiers displaying this type of gun. Remarkable condition for this early revolver.
This is the .36 caliber Manhattan Navy revolver, series IV. The walnut grips are in very nice condition with no chips or dings and they still have the original varnish. The metal has a beautiful patina to it and has darken where the bluing has aged in the last 140 years. The action is very tight and strong, and indexes every time as if it was made yesterday. The barrel is 4" and is marked Manhattan Fire Arms Co. Newark NJ Patented March 8,1864. There is some wear to the second line from holster use. The serial number is marked 52305 and is present throughout. The revolver is a 5 shot and the cylinder panels are present but scenes are mostly worn as you might expect from use during the war. This is a very clean looking revolver and displays great.
.36 caliber Model 1859 Manhattan Navy revolver, series III
Item #: GS96
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This is a very attractive Model 1859 Manhattan Navy revolver, series III with a 6½" barrel. There is still a lot of bluing on the side plates and around the barrel, and the remainder has turned a dark color over time. This Manhattan revolver is long with an overall length of about 11¾". The wood grips are in excellent condition with beautiful grain and color. The caliber is .36 caliber and is a 5 shot. The serial number is 26208 and is present except for the wedge which is an old replacement. There is some scene left on the cylinder. You can make out most of the scenes on each panel especially with a lens, hard to pick up in the images. The cylinder also has the patent date of Dec 27 1859. The barrel reads Manhattan Fire Arms Co. Newark, NJ. The initials AJR are carved into the butt plate as seen in the image. The action works great and indexes every time. All and all a very decent, attractive looking revolver with some cylinder panel scenes.
double action Webley revolver marked W. Penn London
Item #: GS60
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Thanks to Tim Prince of College Hill Arsenals Civil War Antiques we know the identity of this revolver. This is a very attractive Webley (or a Webley-Bentley) revolver made in 80-Bore or .38 caliber with a lot of bluing left on the barrel. The revolver has the post 1813 Birmingham black powder proof marks. Webley and Bentley worked in Birmingham, England. Revolvers like the Webley, Adams and Tranter were used during the Civil War by both sides and are well documented in the authoritative work on Civil War firearms and in images of soldiers carrying weapons. This revolver's serial number is clearly visible on the side plate and is marked, London No 39642. The gun is circa 1857. The revolver has the rare mounted side safety latch and double action, both circa 1857. The barrel is marked W. Penn London and is very visible. This British revolver is a 5 shot. The action works great with one pull of the trigger (double action) and the cylinder moves freely. The style of the hammer is unusual. The barrel is 4¼" long and the overall length of the revolver is almost 10". There is beautiful patina to the metal where the bluing has turned a dark color and the wood grips are in excellent condition with the chequered board etching. The cool thing about this gun is the brass site on the end of the barrel, which is very pronounced. This is a beautiful revolver.
This is one impressive and massive 12mm revolver when holding it in your hands or just looking at it. You can just imagine the fire power this weapon had when fired. This is a beautiful piece with much of the original bluing left on the cylinder and some on the barrel. The revolver has all its markings and the serial number, 32,257 as seen in the images. The Model 1854 French LeFaucheux has the lanyard ring for use by the Cavalry. These types of guns are well documented and were used by both sides during the Civil War. Confederate General Stonewall Jackson used this type of gun. The serial number for this revolver falls within the serial numbers for this type of firearm that was issued during the Civil War, 25,000 to 37,000. In terms of makers of revolvers used in the Civil War, the LeFaucheux was fourth to the Colt, Remington and Starr in that order. This revolver used a metallic pin-fire cartridge that fired a .45 caliber bullet. The grips are in great shape with some wear marks and small nicks from actual use. The barrel reads Invon F. LeFaucheux RRTE (sp?) Paris and measures 6 3/8". There is some light wear to the barrel name from holster use. The action works fine and most times the cylinder moves freely without any difficulty. Once in a while the cylinder does not rotate. If you cock the hammer and touch the cylinder it seems to rotate fine. I have never taken the gun apart but I am sure it is a simple fix. This beautiful revolver is a must for your gun collection.
This is one beautiful gun, the Model 1842 smoothbore .54 caliber single shot pistol. This one was made by H. Aston, Midd Tn, Conn 1846 and is percussion. The gun has a number of military markings including two cartouches on the one side which clearly stand out. The side of the barrel near the hammer reads US/JH,1850. Overall, the single shot is in very good condition with beautiful brass hardware and undamaged walnut grips. These guns were used during the Civil War by the cavalry. The gun is original with no repairs and is mechanically sound. Excellent dark patina to the barrel, plate and hammer as shown in the images. This piece will stand out in any collection.
.36 caliber single shot pistol with attractive engraving
Item #: GS43
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This is an attractive .36 caliber single shot pistol with a folding trigger which opens once you cock the hammer. The grips are dark, almost black and have the checkered etching which was common during this time period. There is some German silvering on the back of the grips. The piece is likely circa 1840-1850. The pistol has a number of markings under the 3½ inch barrel, including two hallmarks and RH2. The front site is made of brass. As the images show the pistol is very ornate with engraving on the hammer and side plates. There is excellent patina to the barrel, hammer and side plates. The pistol works fine considering its age, however the hammer spring is a little soft and should probably be replaced. Single shot pistols were very common and used during the Civil War.
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ORDERING
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PAYMENT
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INTERNATIONAL SALES
At this time I do not sell and ship overseas. I am not familiar with any of the custom regulations to know if I am violating any laws in a particular country by mailing a weapon, such as a sword, knife, musket, revolver or a Civil War artillery shell. I am sure someone will tell me that I am not violating any laws, but I cannot take that risk.
RETURNS AND REFUNDS
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SHOWS
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LAYAWAY
Layaway is available, however please make sure that you really want the item and that you intend to follow through on the purchase. Otherwise, you run the risk that you may lose your deposit if the item is not paid for in full within 60 days. You must pay a third of the sale price to place the item on layaway. There are no refunds or returns on layaway items. There is no layaway on any consigned pieces.
