Colt Blackpowder Arms Co. Model 1851 Navy .36 Cal 3rd Generation Signature Series, 7.5 in Octagonal Barrel, Case-Hardened Frame, Blued
This Colt Blackpowder Arms Co. 3rd Generation Signature Series is a licensed reproduction of the classic Model 1851 Navy in .36 caliber. Notable features include a 7.5-inch octagonal barrel with the correct "ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY" top-flat stamp, a cylinder with the naval battle roll scene and "COLTS PATENT" marking, and bright-plated furniture with Samuel Colt's script signature on the backstrap. It is a cap-and-ball, 6-shot, single-action revolver with matching serial numbers observed on key components, and it comes with the Colt Blackpowder factory box and instruction manual.
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: Light and superficial scratches and small blemishes are present on exterior surfaces. The bore is clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- Colt Blackpowder factory box (gray)
- Colt Blackpowder instruction manual
This 3rd Generation Signature Series revolver is a factory-licensed reproduction from the 1994–2002 era, capturing the key details of the original 1851 pattern in .36 caliber. It uses a percussion cap-and-ball system and a 6-shot cylinder, operated by a single-action mechanism. The 7.5-inch octagonal barrel bears the period-correct top-flat stamp, "ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY."
The frame and receiver have a color case-hardened finish, complemented by a blued barrel and cylinder. A round trigger guard is paired with bright-plated trigger guard and backstrap components, with Samuel Colt’s script signature engraved on the backstrap. One-piece walnut grips complete the classic profile.
The cylinder is roll-engraved with the naval battle scene and marked "COLTS PATENT." Sighting is traditional and fixed, with a brass bead front sight and a hammer-notch rear. Matching serial numbers are observed on the frame, trigger guard, backstrap, and cylinder.
This example lacks London proof marks, confirming it is not a London model.