Original U.S. .32cal Double Action Percussion Pepperbox Revolver by The Washington Arm Co. Serial 3274 - Circa 1856 Magazines Scabbard Length: 7 5/8” +

Scabbard Length: 7 5/8” + Belt Loop

A very well-worn cap

moderately worn uniform set that is named to Lt

a feat that would have been rare during the war too

Original U.S. .32cal Double Action Percussion Pepperbox Revolver by The Washington Arm Co. Serial 3274 - Circa 1856 Magazines Scabbard Length: 7 5/8” +Original Item: Only One Available. This is an example of the unusual firearm system known as the "PEPPERBOX" revolver, where instead of a cylinder with a single barrel, the gun features assembly of multiple barrels. They were so named because the muzzle is similar in appearance to the business end of a Pepper Pot from the the early days of Queen Victoria: a circle of round holes. Recently acquired at a military auction, this is a very nice condition