U.S. VOLCANIC REPEATING PISTOLS 47-8749 Brass/47-8749G Gray finish.
Early cartridge firing system (1865) easily loaded by pulling spring trigger forward. This collector’s grade model was originally manufactured in 1873. This classic fast-draw version with 7.5" barrel has a working action and polished wood grips. The polished antique gunmetal finish is finely engraved on the frame, cylinder, hammer and barrel. Your choice of Blued w/brass or Gray w/gray barrel finish. Each U.S. Volcanic repeater measures 15 inches in overall length and weighs 2.5 pounds.

These deluxe non-firing models have been faithfully reproduced in weight, feel and handling characteristic of the rare and expensive originals. These western replicas come assembled, ready for display in your home or office and are the perfect gift for any Old West enthusiast or collector. Made of zinc with polished wood stocks these classic model guns cannot withstand excessive misuse or dry-firing and cannot be disassembled. Great for theatrical use

Volcanic Repeating Arms Company
In 1852 partners Horace Smith and Daniel B. Wesson formed a company to produce a lever-action pistol nicknamed "The Volcanic". The company became known as the "Volcanic Repeating Arms Company", and due to financial difficulties came into the majority ownership of investor Oliver Winchester. In 1856 the partners left the Volcanic Company to begin a new company and to manufacture a newly-designed revolver-and-cartridge combination. The timing of the founding of this new company proved quite opportune for the partners, as the onset of the American Civil War five years later produced a great demand for Smith & Wesson's products.