Remington New Model Army

[HunterSwede]

Hello everyone! I am a newcomer from Sweden who is interested in history and black powder shooting and I am looking for some information about a couple of Army revolvers that I am interested in buying here in Sweden. It is difficult to find information here, so I turn to you and hope for assistance. My question is whether if there is any information somewhere that they were used in the Civil War according to the serial numbers? And if so where?
One has the number 54812 and it has barely visible markings on the left grip according to the seller. It also has inspection letters. The number is correct except for the cylinder, which seems to have been replaced. The cylinder axis has also been replaced with one of later production.
The other one has the serial number 71623 and according to the seller looks very nice with preserved bluing. It is a so-called 'New Jersey' revolver purchased by New Jersey according to the marking 'NJ'. Could either of these two have been involved in the war? Kind regards

 

[JOHN42768]

Very likely. Feb.1864 and May 1864 are the dates est. with your serial numbers. https://www.remingtonsociety.org/serials-army-revolvers/ NJ would have been purchased by New Jersey. I see a shadow cartouche, but nothing I can make out on left grip

 

[Jeff in Ohio]

Here's an interesting fact about the various NJ marked weapons.
New Jersey bought lots of arms that were stored away for decades, never used. They were sold in the 20th Century, and folks who likes to shoot these old timers could buy these "new old stock" guns, perfect rifling, still bright blue.
For collectors, the "NJ" mark lowered the price, since collectors considered these as arms that were never used by any army in the Civil War or elsewhere.
My "interesting fact" is that this is somewhat reversed, where collectors may put some extra value on the fact that these are marked to identify them with a particular state!

 

[ConfederateCanuck]

Sorry to say, but the New Jersey stamped revolvers were considered "2nd Class". They were the best of the New Model Army revolvers that were rejected (due to workmanship issues) by the federal government. New Jersey bought 1,000 of these and they were stamped with the NJ. None of these were ever issued to soldiers.

 

[HunterSwede]

Thank you for your knowledgeable answers. If I am looking for a war veteran, would you say that number 54812 is a good choice? According to the seller, it is in good condition for shooting and was delivered in February 1864. The same serial number on the barrel, frame, trigger guard. The cylinder comes from another revolver and matches the patina of this revolver. The cylinder has a different serial number. These revolvers are difficult to find here in Scandinavia, and I am really not an expert. I have a great interest in history, and the revolver will be used for shooting, although I wish it were a genuine war veteran. I would really appreciate a response from your knowledgeable team. Best Regards from Scandinavia

 

[ConfederateCanuck]

Mismatched serial numbers means it should sell for less, at least 25% less than fully matched in same condition.

 

[on again]

Link of Interest on another Remington New Army Model

What is this? - Remington New? Model Single Action Belt Revolver? | Small Arms & Ammunition

Recently picked up this pretty clean example of what I THINK is a New Model Belt Revolver (definitely a 6.5" barrel) that is definitely a .38RF conversion. Apart from the missing front sight, which I will rebraise a new one on pronto, the gun is sweet. It appears to be serial #131...I can't tell...

civilwartalk.com

Hope this is helpful for you