Antique CMC "Pepperbox" Four-Shot .36 Caliber Black Powder Manual Revolver
Item Details
A circa mid-19th-century antique pepperbox pistol by CMC. Named for their resemblance to pepper grinders, pepperbox pistols have rotating cylinders with a separate barrel for each chamber, with bullets being muzzle-loaded. This piece has a ring-style trigger, a metal handle and trigger, and stained wood grips. The piece is marked ‘17585P, CMC, Pat-Pend.’ at its trigger guard.
| Brand | CMC |
| Caliber | 36 cal |
| Marks | Serial Number, Maker’s Mark |
| Model | “Pepperbox” |
| Barrel Materials | Steel |
| Origin | North America |
| Barrel Length (in.) | 3.25 |
| Stock Materials | Brass, Walnut |
| Serial Number | 17585P |
| Action Type | Double Action, Percussion Cap |
| Load Type | Muzzleloader |
| Propellant | Black Powder |
Condition
- rust to barrel, trigger, and trigger guard; some scratches and tarnish to brass frame/cylinder; light scratches to hammer; minor wear to walnut handle including fading to stain and light chips.
Dimensions
- Item is unable to be shipped or transferred due to specific carrier restrictions. Item must be picked up locally by winning bidder during the published pickup times.
Any firearm purchased should be thoroughly inspected prior to firing. If the caliber is not marked the caliber is an estimate based upon measurements. Please check with a qualified gunsmith before firing any ammunition.
Item #
18DCC677-082
