Civil War Colt 1860 Army .44 Revolver Antique

COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY — CIVIL WAR ERA REVOLVER Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1860 Army Caliber: .44 Cap & Ball Action: Single Action Percussion Cylinder Capacity: 6 Shot Barrel Length: 7 7/8" Round Barrel Frame: Open Top Colt Percussion Design Offered is an antique Colt Model 1860 Army percussion revolver, one of the most iconic and historically significant sidearms of the American Civil War. This example dates to 1861 production, the first year of large-scale wartime manufacture when Colt revolvers were being supplied in large numbers to Union forces. The Colt 1860 Army became the primary revolver carried by Union cavalry, officers, and soldiers during the Civil War and is widely regarded as one of the finest percussion revolvers ever produced. Its balanced design, powerful .44 caliber chambering, and smooth action made it a preferred sidearm for both military and civilian users. This revolver features the correct 7 7/8" round barrel, with the top barrel address clearly stamped “Address Col. Sam Colt New York America.” The left side of the frame is correctly marked “Colt’s Patent.” Importantly, this revolver retains matching serial numbers throughout, which greatly enhances collector desirability for Civil War era Colts. Specifications Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1860 Army Caliber: .44 Cap & Ball Action: Single Action Percussion Cylinder Capacity: 6 Shot Barrel Length: 7 7/8" Round Barrel Top Barrel Marking: Address Col. Sam Colt New York America Frame Marking: Colt’s Patent Year of Manufacture: 1861 Condition Summary Metal: Rust-free with natural age patina; little original finish remaining Grips: Original wood grips in good condition with solid fit Markings: Clear and legible throughout Mechanical: Action appears fully functional with proper timing and lockup The revolver presents as a well-preserved and honest Civil War-era Colt, showing appropriate age-related wear while remaining mechanically sound and free from modern refinishing. Historical Significance The Colt 1860 Army revolver served as the primary Union sidearm during the Civil War, with more than 200,000 produced during the conflict. Early production examples from 1861 are especially desirable to collectors, as they represent the earliest wartime revolvers issued during the opening years of the war. Examples retaining matching serial numbers, clear markings, and strong mechanical integrity are increasingly scarce in today’s collector market. Collectability • Authentic Civil War era Colt revolver • Early 1861 production • All matching serial numbers • Classic 7 7/8" Army configuration • Strong interest among Civil War and Colt collectors Estimated Auction Hammer Range $2,200 – $2,900 Serial Number: 8297 Antique Firearm — No FFL required where permitted by law