Remington “New Model” Army Revolver
Remington “New Model” Army Revolver - Inventory Number: HAN 327
Rugged and accurate, this six-shooter was a mainstay of the Civil War and the American Frontier during the cap-and-ball era. What today’s firearms enthusiasts call the “1858 Remington,” is the “New Model Army,” due to the name given it by the Navy Arms Co. when they first introduced a replica of it in 1960—a modern brand name that stuck with present-day shooters. However, going back to the 1860s, Remington’s then-newest .44 caliber six-gun earned an impressive record. Total production of original New Model Army revolvers is estimated at about 122,000 being made from 1863 to 1875. Taking advantage of minor design changes over Remington’s 1861 Army model, the U.S. Ordinance Department purchased 115,563 Remington percussion six-guns, representing 31 percent of all revolvers purchased by the federal government during the Civil War. Of these, all but 20,000 of them were purchased between 1862 and 1864—in plenty of time to see fighting. These figures include a small number of the earlier 1861 Army, or “Old Model” Army revolvers. Additionally, many more New Model Remington Army revolvers were purchased by state governments, private soldiers, officers and others who wanted reliable, powerful sidearms - making them the second-most popular revolver used during the Civil War.
This revolver is an exemplary example with lots of feathered bluing remaining. With the mechanics in great order. The metal surface remains smooth and somewhat bright. The original walnut grips are in very good condition with strong inspector cartouche evident. The Remington roll mark on the top flat of the barrel is still visible as shown. All sub inspector letter stamps are strong and visible on all applicable parts of the gun. The barrel’s bore has the rifling remains strong. The loading lever operates as it should and stores securely under the barrel assembly as designed. A strong serial number of “117,072”. The .44 caliber barrel measures 8” from muzzle to cylinder.
Every serious Civil War weapon and memorabilia collection deserves an honest representation of one of the most popular and successful pistols of the war.
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