Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present one of the most iconic percussion sidearms of the American Civil War era for a penny-start auction; this is the Colt 1860 Army!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1860 Army
Serial: 45254
Date of Manufacture: 1862
Caliber: .44 Cal.
Finish: Blue “In the White”
Barrel Length: 7 ½" Octagon
Optics/Sights: Gold Post Front with Rear Notch in Hammer
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut Grips
Action: Percussion, Cap & Ball, Blackpowder Revolver
Markings: Standard / Features ALL matching serial numbers.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt 1860 Army revolver stands as one of the most iconic percussion sidearms of the American Civil War era, produced by Colt from 1860 through approximately 1873. Designed as a streamlined, more powerful successor to the earlier Dragoon models, the 1860 Army combined a lighter frame with a rebated cylinder capable of chambering the .44-caliber service charge. Colt achieved this balance by adapting the smaller Model 1851 Navy frame and incorporating a fluted—or later, round—cylinder, along with a gracefully contoured barrel that improved both handling and overall weight distribution. With over 200,000 units manufactured, the 1860 Army became the predominant service revolver for Union forces and was widely regarded for its reliability, accuracy, and battlefield durability. In the decades following the Civil War, the 1860 Army continued to see widespread frontier use, earning a strong reputation among soldiers, lawmen, and civilians alike. Its robust construction and intuitive handling made it adaptable to the demands of expanding American territories, while its production lifespan bridged the critical transition from percussion systems to metallic cartridge revolvers. Though ultimately replaced by cartridge-firing designs like the 1873 Single Action Army, the 1860 Army remains highly valued by collectors for its historical significance, graceful profile, and its direct connection to one of the most transformative periods in American firearms development.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: 1860 Army
Serial: 45254
Date of Manufacture: 1862
Caliber: .44 Cal.
Finish: Blue “In the White”
Barrel Length: 7 ½" Octagon
Optics/Sights: Gold Post Front with Rear Notch in Hammer
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut Grips
Action: Percussion, Cap & Ball, Blackpowder Revolver
Markings: Standard / Features ALL matching serial numbers.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt 1860 Army revolver stands as one of the most iconic percussion sidearms of the American Civil War era, produced by Colt from 1860 through approximately 1873. Designed as a streamlined, more powerful successor to the earlier Dragoon models, the 1860 Army combined a lighter frame with a rebated cylinder capable of chambering the .44-caliber service charge. Colt achieved this balance by adapting the smaller Model 1851 Navy frame and incorporating a fluted—or later, round—cylinder, along with a gracefully contoured barrel that improved both handling and overall weight distribution. With over 200,000 units manufactured, the 1860 Army became the predominant service revolver for Union forces and was widely regarded for its reliability, accuracy, and battlefield durability. In the decades following the Civil War, the 1860 Army continued to see widespread frontier use, earning a strong reputation among soldiers, lawmen, and civilians alike. Its robust construction and intuitive handling made it adaptable to the demands of expanding American territories, while its production lifespan bridged the critical transition from percussion systems to metallic cartridge revolvers. Though ultimately replaced by cartridge-firing designs like the 1873 Single Action Army, the 1860 Army remains highly valued by collectors for its historical significance, graceful profile, and its direct connection to one of the most transformative periods in American firearms development.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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