Researching history on a Remington Model 1858 New Model Army

[GLOLIVER]

I am trying to find any history I can on a Remington New Model Army Cartridge Conversion 46 rim fire pistol I recently acquired. The right side of the frame above the ejector housing is stamped "C.A. 196". The s/n is 100482. Any help anyone can provide in researching this pistol will be greatly appreciated.

[ChuckD]

GLOLIVER,

If I remember correctly, it has been suggested that the "CA" stands for cartridge alteration.
See Jay Huber's reply to a previous inquiry.

http://www.remingtonsociety.com/forums/ ... +46#p11823

I also believe this was covered in Roger Phillips book Remington "Large-Bore Conversion Revolvers". I have mis placed my copy so can't offer any additional info.

ChuckD

[carvintom]

I am gathering drawing photos and whatever other information is available in preparation for carving a replica of a 1861 Remington .44 caliber revolver.

I have found many excellent side view photos of the firearm but can find no front or rear views or anything that I can use to scale the photos.

Since you have a similar revolver, would you be willing to send me some photos that I can scale off of?

I'd really appreciate it!

Thanks in advance,

Tom Maier

www.carvintom.blogspot.com (see Oct 9, 2009 posting of my hand-carved replica of 1884 Springfield 45-70 Trap door Rifle)