- Joined
- Sep 4, 2014
- Location
- Lexington, SC
I’m watching an old episode of Pawn Stars. (Terribly bored at the moment). Rick just purchased an authentic Eli Whitney .36 Cal Navy Pistol for $400.00 dollars. His reasoning for his low price was that it was not a popular firearm during the Civil War. I’d agree with that. However, he also stated real Civil War buffs would not be interested in owning one.
This supprised me. Knowing JEB Sturat carried a Whitney along with a LeMat over under would make this a very desirable item to add to my collection. A chance to own either or (especially the LeMat) at such a reasonable price would be a dream come true in my opinion. Of course Stuart’s name never came up when Rick’s expert gave his opinion.
My question is. What do our Civil War Buffs have to say on the subject. Is the Whitney a desirable edition to your collection and if you found an authentic Civil War era Whitney, would you consider $400 a bargain. I know I would. Then again I’m not an expert.
I’m looking forward to your opinion
This supprised me. Knowing JEB Sturat carried a Whitney along with a LeMat over under would make this a very desirable item to add to my collection. A chance to own either or (especially the LeMat) at such a reasonable price would be a dream come true in my opinion. Of course Stuart’s name never came up when Rick’s expert gave his opinion.
My question is. What do our Civil War Buffs have to say on the subject. Is the Whitney a desirable edition to your collection and if you found an authentic Civil War era Whitney, would you consider $400 a bargain. I know I would. Then again I’m not an expert.
I’m looking forward to your opinion