Manufactured from 1864 to 1870 these front loading teat-fire revolvers were one of the most successful competitors to Smith & Wesson and it is believed that their strong sales was one of the reasons for Colt's purchase of the National Arms Co. (Moore's successor) in 1870. The top of the barrel is marked "MOORE'S PAT. ARMS CO. BROOKLYN N.Y." and "D. WILLIAMSON'S PATENT JANUARY 5, 1864" is marked around the rear edge of the cylinder. The frame and butt are nicely scroll engraved with a punch dot background on the frame sides. Blue with silver plated frame, casehardened hammer and smooth dark rosewood grips. The original walnut case is lined with maroon velvet and holds a block for 48 cartridges which has 48 original flat teat cartridges. The revolver retains a very rare original ejector rod.