Colt Blackpowder Arms Co. Model 1851 Navy Signature Series .36 Caliber Percussion Revolver, 7.5" Octagonal Barrel
This 3rd Generation Colt Blackpowder Arms Co. Signature Series Model 1851 Navy is a factory-licensed reproduction manufactured in the United States between 1994 and 2002. It carries Sam Colt’s signature on the backstrap, features the classic Ormsby naval battle cylinder scene, and retains the time-honored .36 caliber, six-shot, single-action layout. Collectors value these revolvers for their authentic Colt markings, selective use of Italian-cast components finished in the U.S., and their faithful adherence to 19th-century aesthetics combined with modern precision.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Rifling Condition: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Exhibits light wear from limited use, visible mainly on the cylinder and high edges.
What’s Included
- Colt Blackpowder Signature Series owner's manual
- Factory Colt Blackpowder Signature Series presentation box (grey cardboard)
The color case-hardened steel frame, loading lever, and hammer contrast with the deep blued 7.5" octagonal barrel and cylinder, delivering the classic two-tone appearance valued by 1851 Navy enthusiasts.
Factory engraving on the cylinder displays Ormsby’s Texas vs Mexican naval battle scene, crisp and fully intact, providing an eye-catching focal point authentic to original Colt production.
Silver-plated brass trigger-guard and backstrap add period-correct flair while showcasing the Sam Colt signature, a detail unique to the Signature Series line.
Recessed percussion nipples, a fixed brass cone front sight, and a hammer-notch rear sight keep the revolver true to its mid-19th-century roots while ensuring reliable function for black-powder shooting.
The one-piece walnut grip is smoothly finished, fitting tightly to the frame and presenting original factory dimensions for comfortable handling and display.