Original U.S. Civil War Colt M1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver with 5" Barrel made in 1857 - Serial 134943 Czech Militaria The photo at left is

The photo at left is of the newer-style suspension

The fittings show plating loss and oxidation

The helmet retains the original olive green paint and has the original RF (République Française) marked Engineer's badge attached to the front

has a tiny hole in it

This also probably added to the wear significantly

Original U.S. Civil War Colt M1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver with 5" Barrel made in 1857 - Serial 134943 Czech Militaria The photo at left isOriginal Item: Only One Available. The Colt "Pocket Percussion" Model 1849 revolvers in . 31cal are essentially scaled down versions of the larger Navy Model 1851 in . 36cal, and were developed concurrently. This example is in lovely condition, showing years of service but no major abuse. The serial Number 134943 can be found on the barrel, frame, cylinder, trigger guard and grip frame, with shortened serial 4943 on the loading rammer. The barrel