Pietta 1851 Reb Nord Navy Confederate Black Powder Revolver 36 Caliber 7.5" Blued Barrel Brass Frame Walnut Grip

Although the resourcefully equipped Confederate soldier could not compete with Union repeating rifles, it was a different story when it came to revolvers. These handguns did not typically require a special type of ammunition, making them easy for Southern troops to acquire and operate. The brass frame "Navy Type" revolvers are identified with the Confederate manufacturers Griswold & Gunnison, and Leech & Rigdon. Brass was used for the frames because of the scarcity of iron in the United States.