The 1861 model contains features from both the original 1851 Navy model and the improved 1860 Army model. This 1861 revolver features a case hardened steel frame, shoulder stock screws, steel backstrap and triggerguard, Navy roll-engraved cylinder, walnut Navy size grip, and improved 1860 ratchet style loading leverThe 1851 Navy revolver, produced from 1851 to 1872, was the most famous model of the cap-and-ball era for good reasons. This 6-shot offers perfect balance, precise aim, and functional dependability. The 1861 model contains features from both the original 1851 Navy model and the improved 1860 Army model. This 1861 revolver features a case hardened steel frame, shoulder stock screws, steel backstrap and triggerguard, Navy roll-engraved cylinder, walnut Navy size grip, and improved 1860 ratchet style loading lever. A conversion cylinder is available for this model that is a drop-in conversion to smokeless .38LC ammunition.
| MANUFACTURER | Pietta |
|---|---|
| NEW ARRIVAL PRODUCT | No |
| UPC | 83966500422 |
| ACTION TYPE | Single action |
| BACKSTRAP FINISH | Blued steel |
| BARREL BORE DIAMETER | 0.362" |
| BARREL CONTOUR | Round |
| BARREL FINISH | Blued steel |
| BARREL GROOVES | 7 |
| BARREL LENGTH (IN) | 8.13" |
| BARREL TWIST & ROTATION | LH 1x30" |
| CALIBER | .36 |
| CAPACITY | 6 |
| CYLINDER BORE MIN/MAX | 0.367"/0.368" |
| CYLINDER FINISH | Blued steel roll engraved |
| FRAME FINISH | Casehardened steel |
| FRONT SIGHT | Fixed brass blade |
| GRIP FINISH | Walnut |
| GRIP SHAPE | Navy |
| IGNITION TYPE | Percussion |
| OVERALL LENGTH (IN) | 13.7" |
| PERCUSSION CAP TYPE | #10 or #11 |
| REAR SIGHT | Rear Sight Notch On Hammer |
| RECOMMENDED BULLET/SHOT | 0.375" Round Ball |
| RECOMMENDED CONVERSION CYLINDER MODEL | CNV/1133, CNV/1134 |
| RECOMMENDED POWDER LOAD | 9-22 grains of FFFG blackpowder |
| TAYLOR TUNING OPTION | Taylor tuning not available |
| TRIGGER TYPE & PULL | Single trigger |
| TRIGGERGUARD FINISH | Blued steel |
