J.P. LOWER MODEL, WILLIAM P. UHLINGER POCKET REVOLVER

J.P. LOWER MODEL, WILLIAM P. UHLINGER POCKET REVOLVER

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Item Code: 2026-571

Several variations of these pocket revolvers were made by William Uhlinger of Philadelphia during the Civil War from 1861-1865. However, Smith & Wesson owned the patent, causing Uhlinger to produce these pocket revolvers under several different names to avoid patent infringement. Ultimately, Uhlinger was found out and then caught up in a legal battle which eventually caused the end of his career as a gunmaker.

This model was produced under the name J.P. Lower; the maker’s stamp is clearly visible on the top flat of the barrel. This is a .32 caliber rimfire model with 5” octagonal barrel. Interesting recessed muzzle on this gun. This revolver has matching serial numbers of 2624 on the butt strap, cylinder, loading gate, and barrel, as well as on the inside of the rosewood grips. The frame wears a dark gray tone, the barrel leans more toward a plum tone, and there are minor traces of original blue is some recessed and protected areas. There are numerous small dings and fine scratches on the underside of the barrel and small patches of oxidation on the butt strap, otherwise all is good. The ejector rod is present, spring loaded un the barrel. The loading gate is in place and also retains some original blue. A brass blade sight remains at the muzzle. The rosewood grips are beautiful.

Mechanically, the gun functions very well. There is proper rotation of the cylinder and crisp action of the hammer and trigger as well.

With less than 10,000 Uhlinger revolvers produced, this small-frame revolver was a solid no-frills gun which was a handy little sidearm for soldiers. This piece would make a great addition to any collection of lesser-known soldier sidearms.  [jet][ph:L]

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