"Firearm Specialties" Company and a 45-70 Dragoon

[bprevolver]

I have just purchased a replica 1860 Army percussion revolver made by Firearm Specialties in Fulton, MI. They made a Dragoon also which was chambered for 45-70 cartridges and the 1860 Army percussion revolver. These were made in the early 1960's. Has anyone ever heard of this company? My 1860 is marked "Firearm Specialties". Interesting also is that the barrel wedge is fitted from right side instead of the left side. This was probably to easily distinguish it from an original since there was a big scare in the early 1960's about converting replicas to pass as originals. L. A. Jensen of Lake City, FL., the very first replica percussion revolver to be manufactured, made his Spiller & Burr reproduction in .44cal. for the same reason.

Would very much appreciate any information anyone may have about this firearm. I do not even know the name of the person who made these, just a company name.

 

[torn moc]

A 45/70 revolver???? whew!

 

[JayDee Flohr]

If it's the brand I'm thinking of, it was a very limited production in the 45/70. They were a 5 shot revolver and the best way to describe the cylinder would be a steel beer can with 5 holes in it. The front sight was about an inch tall! A good friend had one for awhile in the early 80's that he had repaired for someone. Of course we had to shoot it! Impressive.

 

[Zonie]

Much as some folks would like to talk about cartridge guns they are not acceptable for discussion on this forum.

Now, the 1860 Army is OK to talk about.

 

[torn moc]

:redface: sorry Zonie...
I was caught up in the moment.

 

[JayDee Flohr]

ditto

 

[Russ T Frizzen]

Wasn't a real Dragoon revolver anyway.

 

[bprevolver]

Zonie, I am seeking information on the 1860 Army made by Firearm Specialties. The Dragoon was another gun that they made. I put it here because I have no interest in the Dragoon, but in the company and the 1860 Army. There are only three manufacturers that produced replica percussion revolvers with 100% American made components. Witloe- Remington New Model Army,
L.A. Jensen- Spiller & Burr, and now Firearm Specialties.

 

[Dphar]

A 45/70 revolver???? whew!

They have appeared off and on by various makers. Basically a conversation piece.
Too big to carry.

Dan

 

[Zonie]

bprevolver said, "...I put it here because I have no interest in the Dragoon, but in the company and the 1860 Army..."

I was sure that was your intent but, I thought I better try to head off the talk about the .45-70 before it became the main subject of discussion.

I wish I could add to the knowledge about Firearm Specialties but I don't have any information.

I did a Google search for them but I'm afraid the only thing I found is that you have been a busy guy in your search for information. :thumbsup:
Several hits dealt with posts by you wanting information.

 

[bingo1952]

If memory serves me I think Elmer Keith did a write up about (The not to be discused piece) in the late 60's or early 70's.