Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver Combination Tool, .31 Caliber

Description

Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver Combination Tool, .31 Caliber

 

An original Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver combination tool, designed for use with the .31 caliber percussion revolver. This multi-purpose implement was an essential accessory for maintaining and servicing Colt pocket models in the field.

 

Constructed of iron, the tool features its characteristic L-shaped form, incorporating a screwdriver blade and integrated nipple wrench. The metal surfaces exhibit a smooth, aged patina with light oxidation, consistent with period use and long-term storage.

 

Combination tools of this type were typically issued or privately acquired by soldiers and civilians alike, accompanying Colt revolvers for routine maintenance, cylinder servicing, and cap removal. Due to their utilitarian nature, many were lost or heavily worn, making surviving examples increasingly desirable.

 

A classic and functional Colt accessory, offering strong appeal for collectors of Civil War–era revolvers and associated accoutrements.

 

Inventory Number: FIR 224