The lot features a fantastic Civil War Colt Model 1849 revolver with rare six-shot cylinder and six-inch long octagon barrel. The revolver is chambered in .31 caliber and is a percussion pocket revolver with a serial number of 198956, manufactured during the American Civil War circa 1862. These six-shot variants found favor with Civil War Officers and enlisted men as personal weapons during the war. This is an all matching serial number example being marked with the 198956 on the frame, barrel, trigger guard frame, butt back strap, and matching “8956” on the loading lever. The barrel is marked across the top in faded letters reading "ADDRESS COL SAM COLT NEW-YORK U.S.A. AMERICA" with the left side of the frame marked with "COLTS PATENT". The pistol displays a 6" octagonal barrel, six shot cylinder, walnut grips, brass trigger guard, and under barrel attached ram rod. The pistol shows a worn exterior and finish with pitting across the barrel, cylinder, and frame. The walnut grips show signs of repair and filling. The pistol is in good condition overall with wear due to age and use. Serial Number: 198956. This firearm qualifies as an Antique, and does not require FFL Transfer or NICS Background Check.