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Remington 1858 New Model Army .44 Cal

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:500.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,800.00 USD
Remington 1858 New Model Army .44 Cal
SN: 20192 Antique U.S. Army contract single action percussion revolver chambered for .44 caliber ammunition, circa 1863-1875. Features an 8" octagonal barrel, dovetailed cone front sight, 'v' notched rear sight, loading lever, non-fluted six shot cylinder with safety notches, smooth trigger, knurled low-profile hammer spur, brass trigger guard and two-piece walnut grips. Serial numbers match on the frame, cylinder and barrel. Inspector stamps are found on the loading lever, frame, trigger guard, barrel, cylinder and grips. Revolver exhibits about 30% original blue with the rest turning a gray patina. The patent date on the barrel is very faint. The bore is excellent/bright, nipples appear good, Action is crisp/tight. The grips have faint inspectors cartouches they have been varnished. A really nice conditioned 1858. The serial number puts it in the Civil War time frame. Condition is NRA very good. Antique Firearm.