F.lli Pietta 1851 Navy .36 Caliber Percussion Revolver – 7.5" Octagonal Barrel, 1996 Navy Arms Import
This F.lli Pietta reproduction of Colt’s iconic 1851 Navy stands out for its faithful detailing and factory-applied Ormsby naval battle cylinder scene. Built in 1996 for Navy Arms, it combines a blued 7.5-inch octagonal barrel with a color case-hardened frame and brass furniture, delivering the classic look collectors expect while remaining fully shootable for black-powder enthusiasts.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Minor scratching, scuffing, and blemishing are present on the barrel and frame surfaces.
What’s Included
- F.lli Pietta 1851 Navy .36 caliber percussion revolver
Manufactured in Italy in 1996 (date code BH), this revolver bears Italian proof-house stamps and the Navy Arms Co. Ridgefield N.J. import marking, confirming its import lineage and production year.
The roll-engraved cylinder depicts the 1843 Battle of Campeche, replicating the original design by engraver W.L. Ormsby. The scene remains crisp, providing both historical appeal and visual interest.
A color case-hardened steel frame pairs with a blued barrel and cylinder, while a brass trigger guard and backstrap add period-correct contrast. The one-piece varnished walnut grip fits flush to the metal, maintaining the revolver’s classic profile.
Functionally, the six-shot, single-action percussion mechanism uses a 1:30 twist carbon-steel barrel for stabile round-ball performance. Fixed iron sights—a brass bead front and hammer V-notch rear—mirror the original pattern for authentic aim.