Uberti 1851 Navy Model Revolver U341358, .38 Special, 4.75″, Walnut Stock, Brass Finish

The Uberti 1851 Navy Model Revolver is a historically accurate reproduction of one of the most iconic revolvers of the mid-19th century. Chambered in .38 Special and featuring a 4.75″ barrel, this classic revolver combines the charm of a period firearm with modern manufacturing quality. The brass finish paired with a one-piece walnut stock gives shooters both authenticity and elegance, making it a prized piece for collectors, enthusiasts, and cowboy action shooters alike.

Historical Background

The original 1851 Navy revolver gained widespread fame during the American Civil War and quickly became a favorite sidearm in the Old West. In 1872, Colt entered the market for metallic cartridge revolvers by offering factory-installed percussion-to-cartridge conversions of the 1861 Navy cap-and-ball revolver. These conversions, including the Richards-Mason conversion of the 1860 Army, allowed shooters to use metallic cartridges instead of loose powder and ball, significantly increasing the revolver’s speed, convenience, and reliability.

Based on patents held by Colt employees Charles Richards and William Mason, the old cap-and-ball cylinders were carefully cut down to allow the installation of a conversion ring. This modification enabled the revolvers to safely fire .38 and .44 caliber metallic cartridges while retaining the classic look and feel of the original models. Uberti faithfully reproduces these historically significant conversions, giving modern shooters a chance to experience the ingenuity of 19th-century firearm innovation.

Design and Features

Uberti’s 1851 Navy Model is crafted with the same attention to detail as the original. The frames on Uberti’s conversion revolvers are retro-fitted with loading gates to accommodate cartridges, exactly like the historic models. Ejector rods are included, allowing easy removal of spent casings and ensuring smooth operation. The brass-finished frame and cylinder paired with a polished walnut grip evoke the elegance of the original revolvers while providing modern strength and durability.

The 4.75″ barrel is ideal for both target shooting and display purposes. The revolver features a single-action mechanism, allowing for a classic cock-and-fire experience. Its cylinder holds six rounds, maintaining the standard capacity of the original Navy models. Each revolver is built to meet Uberti’s exacting quality standards, ensuring that both collectors and shooters receive a firearm that performs reliably while preserving the historical aesthetic.

Specifications

Why Choose the Uberti 1851 Navy Revolver?

The Uberti 1851 Navy Model Revolver offers a blend of historical authenticity and modern craftsmanship. Perfect for enthusiasts of American history, cowboy action shooters, or collectors of period firearms, this revolver faithfully reproduces the characteristics of the original 19th-century Navy revolvers while providing safe, reliable performance. With its .38 Special chambering, brass finish, and walnut grips, it is both a functional firearm and a display-worthy piece of Americana.

Key Features

• Historically accurate reproduction of the 1851 Navy revolver.
• Chambered in .38 Special with a 4.75″ barrel.
• Brass-finished frame and cylinder with polished walnut grip.
• Retro-fitted loading gates for cartridges, maintaining historical authenticity.
• Ejector rod included for easy removal of spent casings.
• Single-action mechanism for a classic cock-and-fire experience.
• Perfect for collectors, enthusiasts, cowboy action shooting, and historical displays.