❦ In producing his New Army Model pistol, Remington introduced serious competition for Colt’s guns. Used by both Union and Confederate soldiers, the 1858 New Army Remington revolver had several enhancements including a more sturdy single frame construction with the steel frame enclosing the cylinder. Pictured is the Ruger Old Army .44 cap and ball pistol modeled after the Remington construction.

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