Antique Colt 1849 Pocket Revolver | Stagecoach Scene Cylinder | Mid-19th Century (1859)
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Historical Context & Origin
Region: United States (Hartford, Connecticut, Colt’s Patent Firearms Mfg. Co.)
Material: Blued steel frame and barrel, brass trigger guard and backstrap, walnut grip
Period: Mid-19th Century, manufactured 1859
Description
A historically significant Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver, manufactured in 1859, one of the most popular percussion revolvers of the 19th century. Compact in form yet highly reliable, this revolver became the favored sidearm for civilians, lawmen, and soldiers during the volatile years leading up to and through the American Civil War.
This example features a 4-inch octagonal barrel and a five-shot cylinder chambered in .31 caliber. The cylinder bears remnants of the iconic “stagecoach robbery” scene—a hallmark of Colt craftsmanship, though naturally worn from age and use. The steel surfaces have acquired a dark, rich patina, while the brass trigger guard and backstrap display a warm, aged tone. The original walnut grip retains much of its varnish, with handling marks testifying to its working history.
Features
- Manufactured in 1859 at Colt’s Hartford factory
- .31 caliber, five-shot percussion cylinder with worn stagecoach robbery engraving
- 4-inch octagonal barrel
- Blued steel frame with rich aged patina
- Brass trigger guard and backstrap with warm tone
- Original walnut grip with varnish and age wear
Cultural Significance
The Colt 1849 was one of the first truly compact and concealable revolvers, symbolizing innovation in firearm technology. It was widely carried for personal defense and saw extensive use during the American Civil War, embodying the era’s demand for reliable sidearms. Today, it stands as an icon of American frontier life, liberty, and self-reliance, reflecting both the romance and the harsh realities of the Old West.
Condition
Good antique condition. Surfaces with rich patina and wear consistent with age and use. Cylinder engraving faint but partially visible. Brass elements with even tone. Walnut grip retains varnish with handling marks. Cylinder action functions properly; offered as a collector’s piece only.
Dimensions (approximate)
Length: 9.5 in
Age
Manufactured 1859, Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver
Description
Historical Context & Origin
Region: United States (Hartford, Connecticut, Colt’s Patent Firearms Mfg. Co.)
Material: Blued steel frame and barrel, brass trigger guard and backstrap, walnut grip
Period: Mid-19th Century, manufactured 1859
Description
A historically significant Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver, manufactured in 1859, one of the most popular percussion revolvers of the 19th century. Compact in form yet highly reliable, this revolver became the favored sidearm for civilians, lawmen, and soldiers during the volatile years leading up to and through the American Civil War.
This example features a 4-inch octagonal barrel and a five-shot cylinder chambered in .31 caliber. The cylinder bears remnants of the iconic “stagecoach robbery” scene—a hallmark of Colt craftsmanship, though naturally worn from age and use. The steel surfaces have acquired a dark, rich patina, while the brass trigger guard and backstrap display a warm, aged tone. The original walnut grip retains much of its varnish, with handling marks testifying to its working history.
Features
- Manufactured in 1859 at Colt’s Hartford factory
- .31 caliber, five-shot percussion cylinder with worn stagecoach robbery engraving
- 4-inch octagonal barrel
- Blued steel frame with rich aged patina
- Brass trigger guard and backstrap with warm tone
- Original walnut grip with varnish and age wear
Cultural Significance
The Colt 1849 was one of the first truly compact and concealable revolvers, symbolizing innovation in firearm technology. It was widely carried for personal defense and saw extensive use during the American Civil War, embodying the era’s demand for reliable sidearms. Today, it stands as an icon of American frontier life, liberty, and self-reliance, reflecting both the romance and the harsh realities of the Old West.
Condition
Good antique condition. Surfaces with rich patina and wear consistent with age and use. Cylinder engraving faint but partially visible. Brass elements with even tone. Walnut grip retains varnish with handling marks. Cylinder action functions properly; offered as a collector’s piece only.
Dimensions (approximate)
Length: 9.5 in
Age
Manufactured 1859, Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver
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