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Item Specifics:
Type: Cylinder / Action Part
Era: Civil War / Mid-19th Century (c. 1860s)
Caliber: .36 Caliber (Navy / Belt Model)
Compatible Models: Remington 1858/1861 Navy, Manhattan .36 Navy, Whitney / Similar Period Percussion Revolvers
Material: Steel / Iron
Condition: Used / Antique Relic - Restoration Part
Description:
Up for sale is an original 19th-century .36 caliber black powder percussion revolver cylinder, dating to the Civil War era. This is an authentic period piece—not a modern reproduction.
It features a 6-shot capacity, deep safety recesses milled into the recoil face around the nipple wells, and rectangular locking notches with original lead-in cuts. The ratchet teeth on the rear face are fully intact with solid profile definition remaining.
Measurements & Dimensions:
Caliber: .36 Caliber (Chamber openings measure approx. .365" – .375")
Outer Diameter: Approx. 1.50" – 1.55"
Overall Length: Under 2.0" (Approx. 1.7" – 1.9")
Condition Notes:
Heavy, honest age patina and surface pitting consistent with 160+ year-old steel.
Ratchet teeth at the rear are clean and visible for index rotation.
Nipples are original to the cylinder; expect rust/patina consistent with age (sold as-is for restoration or project build).
Please review all high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic condition and details.
Sold as an antique gun part/relic only.
