STARR MODEL 1858 MILITARY REVOLVER
UNITED STATES
19th century - American Civil War period
Steel, wood
Long. total: 32; Long. barrel: 15.5 cm
Cal.: 44
Tilting barrel, round steel, with rifled bore and strong front sight.
Loading lever located underneath.
Six-chamber cylinder, operating without a central axis, serial number "12860".
Closed steel frame, marked: "STARR. ARMS C°. NEW-YORK" on one side and "STARR'S PATENT JAN. 15. 1856" on the second side; serial number "12860".
"C" control stamps on all parts.
Walnut stock with military inspector acceptance markings.
Single and double action operation with percussion cap ignition.
Model manufactured in 23,000 units
Very good condition.
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This collector's item is classified as a Category D collector's item under Article L311-2 of the Internal Security Code. Its acquisition and possession are unrestricted. We remind you that its sale to minors is prohibited.
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