Confederate Revolver, Designed by Griswold & Gunnison, USA 1860 1083

Griswold & Gunnison Confederate Revolver – The Brass of the Rebel South

From Georgia to the front, the Confederate firepower took shape in this unique combat weapon.

During the heated days of the Civil War , when the Southern arms industry had to improvise in the face of a Union naval blockade, one of the most iconic pieces of the Confederate arsenal emerged: the Griswold & Gunnison revolver . Inspired by the design of the Colt 1851 Navy , this Southern version was no mere copy, but an ingenious adaptation to the hostile and resource-poor environment of the South.

Manufactured mostly in Georgia and used by cavalry units and the Confederate Navy , this revolver was chambered in .36 caliber and fitted with a six-shot drum . Its modified construction included a Dragoon-style barrel and a progressive loading lever , making it more efficient for rapid reloading in combat.

One of its most distinctive features was the replacement of the steel frame with a brass one, given the lack of industrial metals in the South. Despite its limitations, the Griswold & Gunnison offered reasonable accuracy, with an effective range of between 45 and 70 meters .

A Piece of Confederate Pride

This non-functional replica is manufactured in Spain by Denix , with great historical accuracy and craftsmanship. It features a metal frame , brass frame , and real wood grip , available in two versions: black or silver finish .

Main Features

• Replica of the Griswold & Gunnison Revolver – USA, 1860
• .36 caliber with 6-shot drum (non-functional)
• Materials: metal, brass and quality wood
• Progressive loading lever faithful to the original design
• Length: 35 cm
• Weight: 975 g
• Available in black or silver finish
• Made in Spain by Denix

A Weapon Forged in Scarcity and Courage

The Griswold & Gunnison was not only a symbol of industrial ingenuity, but also an emblem of the Confederate struggle. Having this replica in your collection pays homage to a unique piece that defied history from the heart of the South.

Make it yours today at Tienda Medieval.