Japanese Copy - Colt 1851/Brevete Revolver

[arcticap]

Here's a Japanese copy of an 1851 Colt .36 revolver that's up for auction.

This is a nice example of a scarce Japanese copy of the Colt 1851/Brevete percussion revolver. There are no markings on the pistol itself, except on the underside of the frame in front of the trigger guard and there is a small Japanese style Lotus blossom, forward of the serial number. It has the standard 7 1/2 inch octagon pattern barrel with a brass frame and trigger guard. The pistol is serial numbered "2893" and is stamped on the trigger guard only and it is fitted with a set of walnut grips. The sides of the rear section of the barrel, the frame, the hammer and loading lever have a nice fine scroll engraving pattern.
BBL: 7 1/2 inch octagon
Stock:
Gauge: 36 percussion
Finish: blue
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: 2893
Condition: Very fine overall, with the barrel and cylinder having 95% of the original browned finish (much like on Japanese matchlocks) with the cylinder also showing 95% finish having browned out completely. The loading lever and frame have lost their finish and are "silvered" out to gray. The trigger guard and back strap are brass. The grips are in fine condition with 95% of the original varnish showing minor handling marks in a few places. Mechanically functions, but is out of time; needs work. A very interesting revolver for the Japanese collector.

http://www.icollector.com/Scarce-Japanese-Copy-of-a-Colt-1851-Percussion-Revolver_i11025319

 

[madcratebuilder]

Wow! That is a very nice counterfeit, I would add that to the collection in a heartbeat.

 

[junkman_01]

Looks like a 'one off' tool room copy to me. The fit is not too good. Not worth anything to me!

 

[sebou]

Hello,
I just scan the replica. Nah, nothing really really well done for me.
The trigger is singular, no engraving on the barrel, the notch for the passage of the ball and different, almost ergonomic handle, a lot of difference in the adjustment of the parts ..... and in addition, it has not seen the mechanism!
The handlebar located at the end of the gun is the same as my Uberti 1851 Navy in 1968! surprise!
But this is interresting to see the copy.
I doubt that you can shoot without the risk of injury.
Is it really Japanese? After all, there are no markings or stamps bench trial. Nothing to identify the origin.
But I remember that there is a Japanese company called EIG (see the NCIC and earm.it) and made ​​revolver blank, like S & W police.

Seb

 

[Jim K]

I can't help but note that a company named "EIG" (the owner's last name) was a major importer of inexpensive German and Italian revolvers c. 1960-c. 1980. Many of the guns he imported prior to 1968 were banned from import under the law of that year. I was not aware of a Japanese company by that name.

Jim

 

[sebou]

Hi
Well, it's possible i mistake with the name. It could be EIC (East Indian something like that) may be.
Seb