CVA 1851 Navy .36 Percussion Revolver, 7.5 inch Octagonal Barrel, Brass Frame, Italian Reproduction
This Italian-made CVA-marked reproduction of the Colt 1851 Navy is a full-size, six-shot, .36 caliber percussion revolver with classic open-top construction. It features a 7.5 inch octagonal steel barrel with an under-barrel loading lever, brass frame and grip frame, and the traditional naval battle roll scene on the steel cylinder. Markings include "CONNECTICUT VALLEY ARMS – MADE IN ITALY" and the CVA logo roll-mark.
Condition
Overall Condition: Poor condition.
Bore Overall Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Rifling: Fair Rifling - Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: The action is inoperable. The cylinder does not cycle. The hammer frequently seizes and is difficult to pull to the rear. There is widespread rust and pitting on steel surfaces. The brass components show tarnishing.
The bore shows visible blemishes.
What’s Included
- CVA 1851 Navy .36 percussion revolver
This reproduction follows the Colt 1851 Navy pattern with an open-top frame and a wedge-retained barrel assembly. The 7.5 inch octagonal barrel and under-barrel loading lever adhere to the classic configuration, matching the historic profile and handling.
The revolver uses a brass frame, trigger guard, and backstrap paired with a steel barrel and cylinder. The cylinder carries the naval battle roll scene, an iconic visual detail associated with the 1851 design.
Sighting is fixed, with a brass cone/bead front and a hammer-notch rear, consistent with the original pattern. The six-shot, single-action-only mechanism reflects the traditional cap-and-ball operation in .36 caliber.
Factory markings include "CONNECTICUT VALLEY ARMS – MADE IN ITALY" and the CVA logo roll-mark, identifying it as an Italian-made CVA reproduction of the 1851 Navy. Materials are specified as a steel barrel and cylinder with smooth wood grips.