REMINGTON BEALS NAVY REVOLVER – SERIAL NUMBER: 13954

REMINGTON BEALS NAVY REVOLVER – SERIAL NUMBER: 13954

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Item Code: 490-7514

This Remington Beals .36 caliber Navy Revolver is serial number 13954, dating it to 1862. Production ran to about 15,000 from 1860 to 1862. The government purchased about 12,500 of them, largely through open market purchases and from arms dealers. With additional purchases by state units and individuals, the majority of them saw some type of military service during the Civil War.

Barrel markings along the top flat are worn and partially read, “BEAL’S PATENT SEPT. 14. 1858 / MANUFACTURED BY REMINGTONS ILION, N.Y.”

Metal surfaces show localized, light pitting with some original finish – now given to more of a plum and gray patina. Sub-inspector stamps (“C”) are noted on the right frame – above the rear frame screw, and on the left barrel flat near the frame. There is some play in the cylinder at rest, but timing is good with no misalignment during operation.  The hammer holds marginally at half-cock (likely a weakened mainspring from use), and securely at full.  The bore retains rifling, but is dull and shows spots of oxidation or possible light pitting. Originally a .36, this example gauges to just under .38 at the muzzle.

The grips show good color and fit, with the remnants of a martial stamp on the left panel. Evidence of prior, light refinishing is observed, but does not meaningfully detract from presentation.

Army records to not usually distinguish between the specific pattern of Remington .36 caliber revolvers issued to troops, but at Gettysburg the 3rd West Virginia and 17th PA Cavalry, both in Devin’s brigade, had numbers of .36 caliber Remingtons, and throughout the war other cavalry units carrying them included the 7th Illinois, 1st Iowa, 3rd Ohio, 11th Kansas, 9th Kentucky, 7th Michigan, 3rd; 11th; and 17th Pennsylvania, 12th Tennessee, and others.

This pistol certainly had an extensive service life and would be an excellent addition to any comprehensive Civil War weaponry collection.  [cm][ph:L]

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