A Slocums Patent Revolver, circa 1863-1864.
A Slocums Patent Revolver, circa 1863-1864. With round sighted barrel, slightly tapering towards the muzzle. Brass slab sided frame engraved with foliate engraving. Shielded trigger, chequered, and hammer likewise. Slightly rounded plain two-piece walnut grips. Marked on the barrel B A & Co, for Brooklyn Arms Co. This revolver was patented by Slocum in an attempt to avoid the Rollin White bored through cylinder patent then held by Smith & Wesson. Utilising an unusual five shot cylinder, whereby the sides of each chamber were slid forward and ammunition loaded therein.
Dimensions:
Bore: .32 Rimfire
Barrel Length: 2.5 Inches
Overall Length: 7 Inches
£650.00
1 in stock
