F.lli Pietta 1851 Navy Yank Pepperbox .36 Cal Single-Action Percussion, 2.5 in Smoothbore Cylinder, Made in Italy (2022)
This F.lli Pietta 1851 Navy Yank Pepperbox is a six-shot, .36 caliber percussion revolver in Pietta's factory Pepperbox configuration. The elongated smoothbore cylinder serves as the barrel, with six nipples and no loading lever. Made in Italy in 2022, it pairs a color case-hardened steel frame with walnut Navy-profile grips and a simple hammer-notch rear sight.
Construction details are thoughtfully executed: the frame and receiver wear a color case-hardened finish, while the steel cylinder is left matte in-the-white. Brass is used for the trigger guard and backstrap for a classic look and feel. There is no front sight, aligning with the Pepperbox setup that relies on the hammer-notch rear sight.
Compact dimensions support the design's purpose-built character. Barrel length is 2.5 inches (the cylinder itself acts as the barrel), overall length is 6.69 inches, and weight is approximately 2.33 pounds. The revolver is single-action and holds six charges of .36 caliber. Manufacturer part number is 200099.
Markings include Italian CIP 'PN' black-powder proofs on the frame, the 'F.LLI PIETTA – MADE IN ITALY' legend, and an 'IT2022' year/date code. The box label serial matches the firearm. This is a modern reproduction built by Pietta in Italy, with features that align precisely with the 1851 Navy Yank Pepperbox format.
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.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in great shape. There are some minor and superficial scratches and blemishes present.
What's Included
- Taylor’s & Co. cardboard box with molded EPS foam insert
- F.LLI Pietta instruction and safety manual for black powder muzzleloading revolvers and carbines