Remington New Model Army .44 Cap-and-Ball Revolver, 8 in Octagonal Barrel, 6-Shot, Antique 1864
This Civil War era Remington New Model Army is an antique .44 caliber cap-and-ball revolver manufactured in 1864. It features the solid top-strap frame Remington is known for, a long 8-inch octagonal barrel, and a six-shot cylinder. Period-correct details include a brass trigger guard, two-piece walnut grips, and a two-line top-barrel legend. It is a U.S.-made example that presents as a historically significant percussion revolver from a pivotal era.
Condition
Overall Condition: Poor condition.
Bore Overall Condition: Poor - Noticeable dirt, stains, significant corrosion or damage.
Specific Condition Notes: The under-barrel loading lever (ramrod) does not have its locking mechanism on the barrel. The cupped rammer/ball-seater head that pins to the end of the loading plunger is missing. The cylinder chambers show heavy rust. There is heavy finish loss throughout the firearm.
What's Included
- Remington New Model Army .44 cap-and-ball revolver
This New Model Army retains the classic Remington solid top-strap frame, a robust design that defined the model during the Civil War era. It is a single-action, six-shot percussion revolver with an under-barrel hinged loading lever and plunger (rammer/ball-seater head missing), configured for cap-and-ball operation in .44 caliber.
The 8-inch octagonal steel barrel is paired with fixed sights that include a cone-style front blade. The top of the barrel carries the two-line legend: "PATENTED SEPT. 14, 1858 / E. REMINGTON & SONS, ILION, NEW YORK, U.S.A."
Construction is steel for the frame, cylinder, and receiver, accented by a brass trigger guard. Two-piece walnut grips complete the period-correct configuration and handling profile of the revolver.
Manufactured in 1864 in the United States, this example represents a true Civil War era Remington sidearm and qualifies as an antique. Note: there is a minor discrepancy between the supplied serial and the number stamped on the underside of the barrel.