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Manhattan Series III Percussion Pistol .36 Cal

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:100.00 USD Estimated At:200.00 - 400.00 USD
Manhattan Series III Percussion Pistol .36 Cal
SN: 19222 Early percussion single action revolver chambered for .36 caliber ammunition, 5-shot, modeled after Colt's 1849 Pocket. Features a 6 1/2" octagonal barrel with "Manhattan Firearms Co. Newark NJ" ,loading lever, German silver blade front sight, notched rear sight, roll stamped cylinder with 12 stops, checkered hammer spur, plated brass grip frame, and once piece varnished walnut grips. Finish has moved to an even medium grey patina , with dents, and scattered pitting. All matching serial numbers, except the barrel wedge, faint markings. Bore has areas of pitting, and wood grips are very good with few blemishes & plenty of varnish. Barrel is loose, and cylinder does not index, the hand appears broken. Two screws appear to be newer replacements. Nipples appear to been newer replacements. NRA Condition-Fair (Inoperable) Antique Firearm