Allen & Wheelock Side Hammer USA Civil War Era Revolver

This is an Allen & Wheelock 32 RF Side hammer rim fire Revolver of Civil War Era .Revolver made by Allen and Wheelock, Ethan Allen & Co. Made c. 1858-1865, total quantity estimated over 1,500. 32 rim fire; 6-shot cylinder. Barrel length 2 1/2”. All barrels octagonal. Iron frames. Walnut grips, blued finish now faded to mostly grey but some finish left. Barrel markings: ALLEN & WHEELOCK, WORCESTER, MASS. U.S./ALLEN’S PATENTS SEPT. 7, NOV.9 1858. On the frame: JULY 3, 1860. Cylinders are engraved with five circular panels depicting mounted rider, standing Indian (seal of Massachusetts), ship and other military trophy deigns.
Early model: cylinder pin of long, narrow, round shape entering from rear; hammer strikes to right of centre; grip frame has comparatively sharp drop. Grooved top strap for sighting. Very good condition. This is a scarce revolver in the UK.

Code: 50213