F.lli Pietta 1858 New Model Navy Convertible .36 Cap-and-Ball with .38 Special Conversion Cylinder, 6.5 in Octagonal Barrel, Blued
This F.lli Pietta 1858 New Model Navy is a steel-framed reproduction of the Remington 1858 top-strap solid-frame pattern, configured as a dual-cylinder combo. It comes with a .38 Special cartridge-conversion cylinder and retains classic .36 caliber cap-and-ball capability. The revolver features a 6.5-inch octagonal steel barrel, blued finish, case-colored hammer, brass trigger guard, and fixed sights, with CIP "PN" proof marks confirming its Italian manufacture. Condition is very good with an excellent, mirror-bright bore.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are some minor scratches and blemishes present.
What’s Included
- Conversion Cylinder: .38 Special cartridge-conversion cylinder with removable breech plate (not installed)
- Box: Pietta factory box with molded insert
- Manual: Pietta instruction manual
Built on the Remington 1858-style solid-frame with a top strap, this revolver offers the robust profile enthusiasts expect from the pattern. The steel frame, receiver, and cylinder wear a blued finish, paired with a case-colored hammer and a brass trigger guard that matches the historical aesthetic.
The 6.5-inch octagonal steel barrel complements the fixed sighting system—a front blade and a rear notch cut into the top strap—for a straightforward, period-correct setup. Smooth hardwood grips complete the classic look and provide a solid hold.
This convertible configuration includes a .38 Special cartridge-conversion cylinder with a removable breech plate, adding modern cartridge capability alongside traditional .36 caliber cap-and-ball use. The six-shot capacity remains consistent across both setups.
Italian manufacture by F.lli Pietta is affirmed by CIP "PN" proof marks. Overall presentation is clean, with a mirror-bright bore and sharp rifling that align with the listed condition.