ANTIQUE extremely rare James Reid Model 4 , Dual Ignition .32 Revolver

ANTIQUE extremely rare James Reid Model 4 , Dual Ignition .31 percussion, .32RF Revolver

Description:
ANTIQUE James Reid Model 4 , Dual Ignition Revolver
American Civil War Era (1863–1865)
Only 1,070 Units Produced

Manufactured from 1863 to 1865. Dual ignition six-shot cylinder; combination percussion 31 caliber with removable nipples to convert to 32 rimfire. This revolver retains all 6 nipples. The top barrel is marked "J. REID N.Y. CITY/PATD. APL. 28. 1863.", the serial number 3102 is marked on the butt . The Model 4 features include the requirement of a wrench to loosen barrel and partially unscrew to remove cylinder, loading lever under the barrel and exposed barrel threads between front of cylinder and frame. Loading gate on the right side of the frame has a small button to be pushed down for the gate to swivel upward. Blue barrel and cylinder, frame, casehardened loading gate , hammer and rosewood grips.
Caliber:
.32 Rimfire Metallic Cartridge
.31 Caliber Percussion Round Ball


Dual Ignition System:
The James Reid Model 4 was one of the few firearms of its time to feature a dual ignition mechanism, allowing it to fire both .31 caliber percussion round balls and .32 rimfire metallic cartridges. This made it a versatile weapon, particularly in the field during the Civil War.
Revolver Type:
A single-action revolver with a revolving cylinder capable of holding 6 rounds. The design made it compact, reliable, and easy to handle in close combat.
Dual Cartridge Compatibility:
The versatility of accepting both percussion caps and rimfire cartridges allowed soldiers or civilians to use different types of ammunition depending on availability.