Typical settings: American Civil War films, Confederate portrayals, frontier stories, and postwar Southern narratives.

This non-firing replica revolver is modeled after the Griswold & Gunnison, a Confederate-made percussion revolver inspired by the Colt 1851 Navy. Produced in the American South during the Civil War, it became one of the most recognizable sidearms associated with Confederate forces.

Historically, the Griswold & Gunnison emerged from necessity. Due to severe shortages of steel, Southern manufacturers turned to brass frames, often cast from reclaimed materials, giving the revolver its distinctive golden appearance. Chambered in .36 caliber with a six-shot cylinder, it was produced between 1862 and 1864, making it the most widely manufactured revolver of the Confederacy. Its slightly rearward-angled grip further set it apart from its Northern counterparts.

Cinematically, the Griswold & Gunnison is frequently used to visually signal Confederate identity. Its brass frame immediately distinguishes it on screen, making it a favored choice for productions seeking historical clarity. The revolver appears prominently in series such as Hell on Wheels, where it reinforces themes of Southern allegiance, loss, and survival in the aftermath of the war.

Manufactured in Spain by Denix, a respected replica maker founded in 1967, this non-firing replica is constructed of metal and wood and features a rotating cylinder with a simulated loading and firing mechanism. Finished in an antiqued brass tone, it is set safe and intended for film, television, theater, rehearsal, reenactment, and display use only.

Commonly depicted with:

• Confederate soldiers and officers

• Southern cavalry and civilians

• Postwar frontier characters

• Civil War reenactors

This non-firing replica features a 8" (20.32 cm) barrel and a total length of 11" (27.94 cm), as well as beautiful brass framing, a blued finish, and wooden grips.