F.lli Pietta 1851 Reb Nord Navy .44 Cap-and-Ball Revolver, Brass Frame, 7.5" Octagonal Barrel, Made in Italy (2017)
This F.lli Pietta 1851 Reb Nord Navy is a modern, Italian-made .44 caliber cap-and-ball percussion revolver with a brass frame and a 7.5-inch full-length octagonal steel barrel. Manufactured in 2017 and marked with Italian CIP "PN" black-powder proofs from the Gardone Val Trompia proof house, it is a clean, well-documented example with matching packaging label and catalog code REB44. Its plain blued steel cylinder, blued-and-brass finish, and one-piece walnut grip deliver a classic 1851 pattern interpretation in excellent condition.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There is little sign of prior use, and the revolver remains in excellent condition.
What’s Included
- Factory Cabela's-branded Pietta cardboard box with model label '1851 Reb Nord Navy cl.44' (code REB44)
- F.lli Pietta Instruction and Safety Manual for Black Powder Muzzleloading Revolvers/Carbines
- Cabela's Instruction Manual for Muzzleloading Rifles, Pistols and Shotguns
Built by F.lli Pietta in Italy, this revolver is a brass-frame, .44 caliber interpretation of the 1851 Navy pattern. It uses a cap-and-ball percussion system with a six-chamber blued steel cylinder and single-action operation, staying true to the classic format while benefiting from modern manufacturing.
The 7.5-inch octagonal steel barrel is full-length and wedge-retained, with an under-barrel loading lever for charging the chambers. Sighting is traditional and fixed, pairing a brass cone front sight with a hammer-notch rear.
Its finish combines blued steel components with a bright brass frame and receiver, complemented by a one-piece walnut grip. The cylinder is plain (non-engraved) and blued, matching the barrel and providing a clean, period-style look.
Proofed in Italy, it bears Italian proof and inspection stamps including the CIP "PN" black-powder mark from the Gardone Val Trompia proof house. The serial is stamped on the brass frontstrap/trigger-guard bow. The factory packaging label and catalog code REB44 match the firearm for straightforward identification.
Designated as the 1851 Reb Nord Navy series, this reproduction balances historical styling with dependable build quality. Made in Italy, it presents as a well-kept example with strong visual appeal and clear documentation.