Replica of a Confederate revolver, USA 1860, in metal and wood, American Civil War

A replica of the American Civil War revolver, made of metal and wood, with a simulated loading and firing mechanism and a rotating cylinder.

Inspired by the legendary Colt 1851 Navy, the Griswold & Gunnison was the Confederate South's response to a shortage of war materials. Faced with a lack of steel, manufacturers resorted to using brass—often melted down from church bells—to create its distinctive gold-plated frame. Thus was born a percussion revolver, chambered in .36 caliber, with a six-shot cylinder and a 7.5-inch round barrel, as functional as it was distinctive.

Between 1862 and 1864, this weapon became the most manufactured revolver by the Confederacy, with approximately 3,700 units produced. Its grip, slightly angled backward, gave it a unique ergonomics and a distinctive character compared to other weapons of its time.

The Griswold & Gunnison revolver has left its mark on fiction: in the series Hell on Wheels, the protagonist Cullen Bohannon—a former Confederate soldier—carries it constantly, reflecting his past and his connection to the conflict that defined 19th-century America.
Ideal for historical reenactors, military history enthusiasts, and fans of the Wild West, this piece is a symbol of resilience, craftsmanship, and adaptability. An essential addition to any collection of classic revolvers.

Dimensions: 35 cm
Weight: 975 g
Country of Manufacture: USA