Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Revolver .36 Caliber – Allen’s Patent 1837

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Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Revolver

.36 Caliber – Allen’s Patent 1837

 

This is a fine example of the iconic Allen & Thurber “pepperbox” revolver, patented by Ethan Allen in 1837 and produced in the late 1830s through 1840s. Chambered in .36 caliber, these multi-barrel percussion pistols represent one of the most successful repeating handgun designs prior to the widespread dominance of Colt’s revolving cylinder system.

 

The pistol features a cluster of six fluted barrels that rotate around a central axis when the trigger is pulled — a true double-action mechanism. Each pull of the trigger both cocks and releases the concealed hammer while indexing the barrel cluster. The top rib is stamped “ALLEN’S PATENT”, consistent with early production.

 

The frame displays period scroll engraving, and the walnut bag-shaped grip retains a pleasing aged patina with visible grain and honest handling wear. The iron surfaces show a smooth, naturally aged patina. A very nice representation of the famous pepper box.

 

Inventory Number: HAN 374

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An Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Revolver .36 Caliber (Allen’s Patent 1837) featuring a metal body with engraved detailing and a wooden grip.
Close-up view of an engraved Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Revolver .36 Caliber – Allen’s Patent 1837, showing "ALLEN'S PATENT" stamped on the barrel and detailed scrollwork on the metal surface.
A close-up of the worn, textured metal cylinder of an Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Revolver .36 Caliber – Allen’s Patent 1837, showing the engraved text "STARR THURBER" partially visible.
Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Revolver .36 Caliber – Allen’s Patent 1837, featuring an engraved metal frame and wooden grip.
An Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Revolver .36 Caliber (Allen’s Patent 1837) featuring a metal body with engraved detailing and a wooden grip.
An Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Revolver .36 Caliber (Allen’s Patent 1837) with six barrels and a dark wooden grip, displayed on a white background.
Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Revolver .36 Caliber – Allen’s Patent 1837, featuring an engraved handle and rotating multi-barrel design, shown in side profile on a white background.
Close-up of a weathered Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Revolver .36 Caliber – Allen’s Patent 1837 barrel, with visible rust and faint stamped markings.
Close-up of a rusted metal surface engraved with partially visible words, likely from an Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Revolver .36 Caliber – Allen’s Patent 1837.
Close-up of the engraved metal and worn wooden handle of an Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Revolver .36 Caliber – Allen’s Patent 1837, showing detailed scrollwork on the metal surface above the trigger.
Close-up of an old, tarnished Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Revolver .36 Caliber (Allen’s Patent 1837), showing engraved decorative patterns and part of the trigger.

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