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Remington Model 1871 Army Rolling Block Pistol

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:225.00 USD Estimated At:NA
Remington Model 1871 Army Rolling Block Pistol
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Remington Model 1871 Army Rolling Block Single Shot Cartridge Pistol, NVSN, .50 CF cal., 8'' unmarked round barrel, left frame with two-line ''Remington's Ilion N.Y. U.S.A. / Pat. May 3d Nov. 15th 1864 April 17th 1866'' marking; a ''P'' and ''S'' appear above the front frame screw; with one-piece oil-finished walnut grips. Originally blued barrel with case hardened frame and triggerguard, ''bright'' hammer and breechblock. Condition is good to very good showing no original finish, with a dark untouched and uncleaned ''attic'' patina having light rust in places that should clean. Wood is solid showing a few blemishes of martial use, and a vestigial rectangular military inspector's cartouche to left grip. Action is crisp; bore is dark with traces of rifling. Est.: $450-$750. (Antique)