Sisterdale Texas Confederate Revolver

Published on February 28, 2016
Duration: 9:09

The Sisterdale Texas Revolver, a rare Confederate sidearm, was manufactured by German immigrants led by Alfred Kapp, a former Colt employee. Only six were reportedly made, with this example being the sole known survivor. It features a unique .44 caliber, 7.5-inch barrel, solid milled frame, and external mechanical components like the hand and cylinder stop.

Quick Summary

The Sisterdale Texas Revolver, a rare Confederate sidearm, was made by German immigrants led by Alfred Kapp. Only six were produced, with this being the sole known survivor. It's a .44 caliber, 7.5-inch barrel revolver featuring a solid milled frame and unique external hand and cylinder stop mechanisms.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Sisterdale Texas Revolver
  2. 00:42Historical Context: German Immigrants & Alfred Kapp
  3. 01:46Production & Rarity: Only Known Survivor
  4. 03:08Technical Overview: .44 Caliber, 7.5" Barrel
  5. 04:39Mechanical Design: External Hand & Cylinder Stop
  6. 06:54Provenance & Contracts
  7. 08:11Conclusion: Frontier Gunsmithing Masterpiece

Frequently Asked Questions

Who made the Sisterdale Texas Revolver and why?

The Sisterdale Texas Revolver was made in Sisterdale, Texas, by German immigrants led by Alfred Kapp, a former Colt employee. They manufactured these guns for the Confederacy during the Civil War when supplies were scarce.

How rare is the Sisterdale Texas Revolver?

The Sisterdale Texas Revolver is extremely rare. Only six were reportedly produced, and this specific example is the only known surviving piece, having remained with the Kapp family until the 1950s.

What are the key technical specifications of the Sisterdale Texas Revolver?

This revolver is a .44 caliber (Army) model with a 7.5-inch barrel. It features a solid, milled steel frame and unique external mechanical components, including an external hand and cylinder stop.

What makes the mechanical design of the Sisterdale Texas Revolver unique?

Its design is notable for using an external hand to rotate the cylinder and an external spring-loaded cylinder stop, both clearly visible on the outside of the frame, which was unusual for revolvers of that period.

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