CVA Kentucky Pistol Percussion .45 Cal, 10.25 in Octagonal Barrel, Factory Engraved, Brass Furniture
This CVA Kentucky Pistol (Percussion) in .45 caliber is a reproduction muzzleloading single-shot with a 10.25 in octagonal steel barrel, factory foliate scroll engraving, and traditional brass furniture. The barrel top flat is marked "Connecticut Valley Arms, Inc. Black Powder Only .45 Cal." This model reflects the classic Kentucky pattern and comes from a line discontinued by 2004.
It features a single-action percussion caplock with a drum-and-nipple on the right side, fixed iron sights, and a one-piece hardwood stock with a bird's-head grip. CVA cataloged this configuration under part number PP206, with an approximate factory-listed weight of about 40 oz.
The lock plate and hammer carry factory foliate/scroll engraving, complemented by brass components including the trigger guard, nose cap, and two ramrod pipes with decorative rings. The lock is secured by two through-bolts with brass escutcheons, aligning with the traditional build of the pattern.
Sighting is straightforward and period-correct, with a brass blade front sight in a dovetail and a fixed square-notch rear sight set in a barrel dovetail. Capacity is 1 round, consistent with the single-shot design.
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: This firearm is in solid shape. It shows various cosmetic imperfections, scratches, blemishes, and areas of finish loss. The bore remains clean and shiny.
What's Included
- CVA Kentucky Pistol, Percussion, .45 caliber (Model PP206)
The octagonal 10.25 in steel barrel and fixed sighting arrangement provide a classic layout for black powder shooting. The percussion cap ignition with a drum-and-nipple on the right side follows traditional construction while keeping operation straightforward.
The hardwood, one-piece stock with a bird's-head grip offers a traditional profile, while brass furniture adds period-correct contrast. Two through-bolts with brass escutcheons secure the lock, reflecting the build details of the pattern.
Factory foliate/scroll engraving on the lock plate and hammer adds visual interest without straying from the model's traditional style. The top flat barrel marking clearly denotes CVA manufacture and black powder-only use. CVA listed the weight at about 40 oz, and the Kentucky Pistol line was discontinued by 2004.