Cylinder is excellent with very fine original blue. This is me shooting the colt 1851 navy cap and ball pistol. Replica gun 1851 civil war colt navy revolver silver ebay. This has the brass grip frame, walnut stocks and octagon barrel. Can you please tell me by the pics if the balls are too deep in the cylinder and i should have used a filler. Navy colt replica grey 1860s civil war battle orders. Ep1830 front sight brass bead for reproductiion colt 1851 navy revolver. As a former reenactor i know all about loading a musket or rifled musket. Colt first called this revolver the ranger model, but the designation navy quickly took over. Colt pistol has never been fired, and is in excellent condition in its presentation box.
Colt guns colt 1851 navy page 1 collectors firearms. The 1851 has a loading lever design that dated back to before the walker colt. Well shoot cap and ball revolvers of all types from the common colt and remington models to seldom seen revolvers like the starr and the lemat. The colt revolving belt pistol of naval caliber 36 cal, later known as the colt 1851 navy or navy revolver, is a cap and ball revolver that was designed by samuel colt between 1847 and 1850. C series these colt percussion revolvers were reintroduced in 1971 1851 navy and 1974 3rd model dragoon. The 1861 navy used the new style creeping lever system, that debut with the 1860 army. How to load a black powder revolver with pictures wikihow. Army are known among collectors as navyarmies and had brass back straps and small rounded brass trigger guards. The gun has realistic features but is intended for display and prop use in theatrical performances only. Unfollow colt 1851 navy to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Come enjoy the trials and tribulations our forefathers experienced in order to have a revolver that would fire six powerful. The engraved colt navy revolver was a presentation piece given to high ranking military officers and government officials and was based on the militaryissue 1851 navy revolver, which saw service through the end of the civil war.
Search, buy and sell replica guns on gunstar today. This non firing colt 1851 navy revolver, engraved brass finish provides a dramatic illustration of the engravers of the period. It remained in production until 1873, when revolvers using fixed metallic cartridges came into widespread use. Modern black powder revolvers are loaded in the same basic way as their historical counterparts. This was the pistol of general lee, wild bill hickok, and doc holliday to name a few. Cimarrons london model 1851 navy revolver by duelist1954.
My uberti cap and ball colt navy replica revolver misalignment i thought i would share my hours of tinkering down into under 10 minutes i. In this video, ill be using a chronograph to find a good powder charge for the 1851 colt navy in. For your personal safety and that of all bystanders, all muzzleloader firearms are intended for use with black powder only. Traditions offers a wide variety of black powder revolvers that are accurate reproductions. Cy0501 pietta cylinder for reproduction colt 1851 navy revolver. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. It shoots well and does not feel like a gallery load. From the popular 1851 navy revolvers to rebel revolvers including a josey wales model, there is sure to be a model for you.
This one of the earliest known 3rd model 1851 navy being serial number 3666. Blank firing gun model 1851 navy western stage props. These revolvers are great to take to the range, use in reenactments, or just for display. Okay folks, there is an unseen step i perform that i decided to omit from this video, but has caused some confusion. Having put some lead through my new black powder pistol, i thought an update to my initial video would be in order. But i just received a replica 1851 colt navy revolver and must admit i am quite surprised with the effort it takes to load this revolver. While the original production run continued until 1873, such was the models eduring popularity that it was reproduced by colt as a second generation model for seven years between 1971 and 1978. This is a demonstration of loading and firing the replica colt 1860 army 0. Hi all, gun magazines, the reading kind, not the cartridge stuffed into kind, are often instigators of a lot of my firearms experimentation. Of course, there are far more load possibilities available than just the three. See my set of colt navy replicas attached but i have not really done any serious shooting with them. The use of smokeless powder or any other unauthorized propellant could result in damage to the revolver andor injury to the shooter. Nice sharp gun with dark gray patina with some traces. I have a colt 1851 navy model, but dont know if its a colt reproduction, or another reproduction.
October 2002 the colt navy model 1851 part ii by tom. The navy, pocket navy, army, and police black powder revolvers all evolved between 1851 and 1862 from one model originally designed by colt by the start of the civil war, colt had refined the navy into a sleek, streamlined weapon with an improved loading lever. The handy, more powerful revolver immediately found a following among soldiers and civilians alike and was eventually adopted by both the u. The 51 navy throws a pea down range as well as can be expected, and in the hands of a better shot than i would make a decent skirmishing pistol. Many of these model 1851 army navy revolvers were initially issued to the newly formed 1st and 2nd u.
It is a squareback, with o for sale by vick young on gunsamerica 906593041. As americas leading black powder revolver parts supplier, numrich has the colt model 1851 navy parts and accessories that you want. Mp1827 hammer roller pin for reproduction colt 1851 navy,1860 army, 1861 navy, and remington. I hope this isnt to long, ive also included tips and tricks to aid in your new hobby. Ive never owned a black powder revolver that used pads. Every frame piece is marked with the full 22343, except the barrel and the back strap, which is marked 2343.
In the summer 2011 issue of guns of the old west, i discovered an interesting article on paper cartridges made up for. Navy, pocket navy, army, and police revolvers uberti. Colt 1851 navy revolver 1686 serial number 146809 indicates 1863 civil war production. He hadint cleaned it since he last shot it, but it cycled fine, so i stripped it to give it a good cleaning. You place your powder 3040 grains of parade loose black powder if youre rocking a. Many a pistolero used the 1851 for years after more modern models were available because of the perfect balance and handling of this revolver. Reliable and easy to shoot, the original colt 1851 helped drive the expansion of the american west and was even one of the sparks that ignited the civil war. It is nonfiring and cannot be modified to fire actual bullets please note manufacturer orange plug. Nov 20, 2011 this is an 1851 navy with the serial number 22343, which makes it made in 1853. Yes, colt had a second generation run, but as best i know they were made overseas and finished in the us. A 45 caliber rifle uses a 44 caliber ball stuck in a greased patch, which brings it up to 45 caliber. Colt m1851 navy revolver pistol civil war 1851 wild.
Discussion in blackpowder started by 556a2, feb 9, 2006. The frame, hammer and lever have almost all of their original case colors, thought slightly darkened. I left one chamber uncapped and seated the hammer on it. Other than the area around the barrel pin slot which is pocked from numerous beatings it took to, i assume, back the pin out it seems to be in pretty good condition. Colt 1851 navy revolver 36 percussion rock island auction. It incorporated the creeping or ratchet loading lever and round barrel of the.
This nonfiring version provides a dramatic illustration of the talents of the factory engravers of the period. Steeped in history, this gun was holstered by the likes of robert e. Before loading the firearm, you need to make sure that the gun is clean and in proper working order. Then you need black powder or a substitute like pyrodex. Grips are excellent with all of the original varnish. Oct 18, 2018 the 1851 navy colt was manufactured from 1851 to 1873. Lets take a look at this pietta version of the 1851 navy colt. The included revolver from american black powder gun manufacturer traditions firearms is a faithful reproduction of the reliable u. When using a rifle, you would place the patch between the powder and the ball. Uberti 1851 navy london steel 36 black powder revolver 7. By the start of the civil war, colt had refined the navy into a sleek, streamlined weapon with an. Cleaning the colt navy model 1851 cleaning the model 51 navy on the firing line can be tedious, due to the fact that the revolver must be partially disassembled to clean adequately. The 1861 navy is often acclaimed as colts most handsome pistol find an authorized uberti dealer.
An oldfashioned powderandball pistol, its mechanics are very simple, and the weapon was designed to be fieldstripped for cleaning without using extra tools. The 5 calibers to claim the most powerful handgun in the world title reupload duration. Colt model 1851 navy revolver manufactured in 1857 as part of the ordnance department contract for nearly 17,000 revolvers delivered to the u. The colt navy revolver, a presentation piece given to high ranking officers was based on the militaryissue 1851 navy revolver. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
Actually i think the creeping lever may have been used on the older root model colt pistols, and the colt longguns too. These martially marked 51 navies are becoming increasingly difficult to find. The total production of the civil war revolver was about 255,000 pieces. The colt revolving belt pistol of naval caliber, later known as the colt 1851 navy or navy revolver, is a cap and ball revolver that was designed by samuel c. It was constructed of brass because of the souths limited supply of steel. Normally seen with a brass back strap and trigger guard, the pietta version of this revolver also has an allbrass frame. Wts or pietta 1851 navy colt replica northwest firearms.
I have been enjoying my own pietta colt 1851 navy and have just settled on a load of 28gr pyrodex rs the ffg equivalent behind a. Patterned after the original, the pietta model 1851 confederate navy. Barrel is excellent with 95% of the original blue remaining. This is a denix replica of navy colt, grey 1860s civil war style revolver introduced in 1850. Sep 19, 2014 for your personal safety and that of all bystanders, all muzzleloader firearms are intended for use with black powder only. There are many videos on loading black powder pistols. Need info on loading 1851 colt navy discussion in muzzle loading started by kevina, oct 23, 2011. Colt first called this revolver the ranger model, but the designation navy quickly took over after the civil war, revolvers using fixed metallic cartridges came into widespread use. Bladesusa smb110 decorative western revolver with display stand, inch overall. The colt custom shop also produced a limited number of special editions through the early 1990s from 2nd generation production inventory. Feb 11, 2012 hi, just repurchased an old pietta 1851 navy colt.
Dec 18, 2014 there are many videos on loading black powder pistols. Colt m1851 navy revolver introduced in 1851, this cap and ball revolver was the pistol of choice during the civil war and expansion of the west even after the introduction of modern cartridge revolvers, the m1851 remained a staple in the gunfighters arsenal. However, there is a little secret to the pietta version of this revolver. Every one seems to have their own way of doing this, this is how i load mine. Preparing a pietta 1861 navy for the range part 1 youtube. Traditions 1851 colt navy revolver with redipak bass pro shops. Original colt 1851 navy 2nd gen revolver ssaa gun sales. Model 1851 navy highquality civil war blank pistol this replica is based on the storied colt model of the same name. Shooting and demonstrating the classic colt dragoon 3rd model. I enjoy building an finishing these kit replicas see my set of colt navy replicas attached but i have not really done any serious shooting with them.
This traditions 1851 colt navy revolver is a reproduction from the original colt design, with walnut grips, color casehardened loading lever, and the same engraving pattern sam colt used on the cylinder. This capandball revolver fired six 36 caliber balls, and a loading mechanism was incorporated into the design. Never felt the least bit under armed, kept the 51s loaded all the time and it was just a matter of throwing a paper ctg. Whether its the genuine article or a replica, the 1851 navy colt. Denix m1861 navy issue brass revolver nonfiring replica. Shooting the pietta colt 1851 navy revolver youtube. This is not a replica this is an original colt 1851 navy, 2nd generation revolver manufactured by colt in 1975. Italian made 1851 colt navy black powder revolver p sep. We only accept mastercard and visa as payment options we are offering for sale a beautiful model 1851 navy revolver chambered in.
Check out to verify the authenticity of this pistol. What other items do customers buy after viewing this item. It was designed by samuel colt between 1847 and 1850. How to load and shoot a colt 1851 navy revolver youtube.
The 1851 navy colt was manufactured from 1851 to 1873. Jun 07, 2015 i have for sale a pietta 1851 navy colt replica revolver with accessories. The patches work, but who needs yet another step to further complicate the loading process. Black powder fffg, cream of wheat, cardboard patch, homemade wax lube, and lead ball. The reliable cavalry sidearm that helped tame the west. Mp1826 hammer roller for reproduction colt 1851 navy. Colt 1851 navy revolver replica wstand, civil war era. Cimmaron has one made overseas with a us finish available. My brother inlaw just gave me a 44 caliber colt 1851 navy replica revolver distributed by navy arms. Armi san marco black powder revolvers 1851 navy parts. Denix m1860 army issue revolver, grey nonfiring replica.
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