Original Rare U.S. 1854 Patent Whitney-Beals 3rd Model "Walking Beam" Percussion Revolver - Serial 219 Flags & Signs Since that point it saw

Since that point it saw additional service

There is a nice cheek piece carved into the left butt stock

- M-1938 Wire Cutters POUCH: Lovely unissued condition wire cutters pouch dated 1944

The uniform consists of a scarlet coat

Waist width: 14"

Original Rare U.S. 1854 Patent Whitney-Beals 3rd Model "Walking Beam" Percussion Revolver - Serial 219 Flags & Signs Since that point it sawOriginal Item: Only One Available. These are very hard to find and were known as the "WALKING BEAM" Revolvers, due to the way the cylinder was rotated. This system was patented in 1854 by FORDYCE BEALS, and put into production by Eli Whitney. The left side of the frame is marked (somewhat faded): F. BEALS PATENT SEPT. 1854 The top strap of the revolver frame is marked: ADDRESS E. WHITNEY WHITNEYVILLE, CT. This is a Seven shot . 31 caliber percussion