Civil War M1851 Non-Firing Replica - Engraved Nickel Finish and Faux Ivory Grips
Typical settings: American Civil War films, classic Westerns, frontier stories, and character-driven period cinema.
This non-firing replica revolver is modeled after the M1851 Navy, commonly known as the Colt Navy 1851, a .36-caliber percussion revolver designed by Samuel Colt. Introduced in the mid-19th century, it quickly became one of the most popular and widely used handguns of its era.
Historically, the Colt Navy 1851 was prized for its balance, accuracy, and reliability. It saw extensive use by both Union and Confederate forces during the American Civil War, as well as widespread civilian ownership before and after the conflict. Its manageable size and handling made it a favorite sidearm among soldiers, lawmen, and frontiersmen alike.
Cinematically, the Colt Navy 1851 is one of the most iconic revolvers in Western film history. It has been prominently featured in classic Westerns, including The Outlaw Josey Wales and Sergio Leone’s Dollars Trilogy, where Clint Eastwood’s characters helped cement the Navy revolver as a symbol of the Old West. Appearances in films such as Tombstone further reinforced its association with gamblers, gunfighters, and larger-than-life frontier figures.
Manufactured in Spain by Denix, a respected replica maker founded in 1967, this non-firing replica is constructed of metal and features a rotating cylinder and a simulated loading and firing mechanism. Finished in engraved nickel with faux ivory grips, it represents a more decorative, character-forward interpretation often used on screen. It is set safe and intended for film, television, theater, rehearsal, reenactment, and display use only.
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