Confederate associated Colt 1851 Navy Third Model 36 Caliber Percussion Revolver
Confederate associated Colt 1851 Navy third model 36 caliber percussion revolver with grips carved “P. J. Esnard”, on right and W. L. I on left, #94314. P.J. Esnard is listed on the minute book of Washington light infantry as applicant for membership and company February 1st, 1856. He is also later listed in an application for letters of Marque and Reprisal on May 7, 1861. At least two probably three generations of Esnard’s who listed their occupations as planters immigrated from Cuba about 1810. A letter to Tom Lo Piano on Washington light infantry stationary signed by Eugene O. Moore Jr. (charter member - Sentinel Legion of Historic Military Commands) dated April 10th, 2013 recants this information.
The Colt remains in original very good plus condition with 30-60% original toning and aging finishes remain. 30-50% light original cylinder scene shows well under 10x magnification or squinting. Approximately 75-85% original varnish intact with marks on butt and small losses at toe and heel all matching visible and lights with sharp edges. The condition is a 7 ½ - 8 on 1 -10 grading scale. 80% plus dulled original silver on straps. Action is tight and action does not revolve indicating lack of hand or small parts. The carving is absolutely genuine to the period and from a very well-known collector, author and historian specializing in civil war identified artifacts.
Confederate associated Colt 1851 Navy third model 36 caliber percussion revolver with grips carved “P. J. Esnard”, on right and W. L. I on left, #94314. P.J. Esnard is listed on the minute book of Washington light infantry as applicant for membership and company February 1st, 1856. He is also later listed in an application for letters of Marque and Reprisal on May 7, 1861. At least two probably three generations of Esnard’s who listed their occupations as planters immigrated from Cuba about 1810. A letter to Tom Lo Piano on Washington light infantry stationary signed by Eugene O. Moore Jr. (charter member - Sentinel Legion of Historic Military Commands) dated April 10th, 2013 recants this information.
The Colt remains in original very good plus condition with 30-60% original toning and aging finishes remain. 30-50% light original cylinder scene shows well under 10x magnification or squinting. Approximately 75-85% original varnish intact with marks on butt and small losses at toe and heel all matching visible and lights with sharp edges. The condition is a 7 ½ - 8 on 1 -10 grading scale. 80% plus dulled original silver on straps. Action is tight and action does not revolve indicating lack of hand or small parts. The carving is absolutely genuine to the period and from a very well-known collector, author and historian specializing in civil war identified artifacts.
Confederate associated Colt 1851 Navy third model 36 caliber percussion revolver with grips carved “P. J. Esnard”, on right and W. L. I on left, #94314. P.J. Esnard is listed on the minute book of Washington light infantry as applicant for membership and company February 1st, 1856. He is also later listed in an application for letters of Marque and Reprisal on May 7, 1861. At least two probably three generations of Esnard’s who listed their occupations as planters immigrated from Cuba about 1810. A letter to Tom Lo Piano on Washington light infantry stationary signed by Eugene O. Moore Jr. (charter member - Sentinel Legion of Historic Military Commands) dated April 10th, 2013 recants this information.
The Colt remains in original very good plus condition with 30-60% original toning and aging finishes remain. 30-50% light original cylinder scene shows well under 10x magnification or squinting. Approximately 75-85% original varnish intact with marks on butt and small losses at toe and heel all matching visible and lights with sharp edges. The condition is a 7 ½ - 8 on 1 -10 grading scale. 80% plus dulled original silver on straps. Action is tight and action does not revolve indicating lack of hand or small parts. The carving is absolutely genuine to the period and from a very well-known collector, author and historian specializing in civil war identified artifacts.