Colt 1851 Navy Second-Generation C-Series .36 Cal Percussion Revolver, 7.5 in Octagonal Barrel, Blued/Color Case-Hardened, 6-Shot
This Colt Second-Generation C-Series Model 1851 Navy is a factory-marked reissue of the classic percussion revolver, produced in the 1970s. It features the correct barrel address, the naval engagement cylinder scene, and matching serial numbers on major components. Identified as model C1121, it presents with a bright, clean bore and comes with desirable boxed presentation and accessories.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Markings from previous handling/use. Bore is bright and clean.
What’s Included
- Wooden display case with brass latch
- Owner's manual
- Embossed copper/brass powder flask with military motif
- Original Colt factory cardboard box with end label for Model C1121
This C-Series percussion revolver is Colt's factory reissue of the 1851 Navy pattern, aligning closely with historical configuration and markings. The barrel top is marked "ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY," and the cylinder carries the naval engagement scene Colt collectors expect from this model line.
Chambered in .36 caliber with a 7.5-inch octagonal, wedge-retained barrel, it follows the traditional single-action percussion design. The revolver is a 6-shot with a brass pin front sight and a hammer notch rear sight, mirroring period-correct sighting elements.
Finishes and materials are consistent with Colt's Second-Generation standards: a blued barrel and cylinder paired with a color case-hardened frame. The one-piece varnished walnut grip completes the classic profile of the Navy pattern.
Markings and component alignment are key strengths on this example. The major components show matching serial numbers, the roll-engraved naval battle scene is present on the cylinder, and the model designation is noted as C1121, the Colt C-Series catalog reference.
Included accessories add practical and display value: the original Colt factory cardboard box with model end label, a wooden display case with brass latch, an embossed copper/brass powder flask with a military motif, and the owner's manual.