Manhattan "Navy Type" Six-Shot .36 Caliber Revolver

Series V, 1867-1868, three matching 6180 serial numbers, octagonal 6.5 in. barrel, the top flat marked MANHATTAN FIRE ARMS CO. NEWARK N.J./PATENTED MARCH 8, 1864, the engraved cylinder with DEC 27 1859 patent date, walnut grips, brass strap and trigger guard.

LOA 11.75 in.

From a Private North Carolina Collection

A scarcer 6-shot version of this revolver, which had previously held only five rounds.

Working action; overall light pitting to barrel and frame; the brass with pleasing old surfaces.

$300 - 500