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Reprocussion 013: Colt New Model Police "Model 1862"

C&Rsenal
Published on May 5, 2026
Category: Reviews
Duration: 34:38

This video provides a detailed comparison and historical context for two Colt percussion revolvers confusingly known as the Model 1862: the New Model Police (Model 1862) and the New Pocket Pistol (also sometimes referred to as Model 1862). Instructor Otias Griffith explains their development, technical specifications, and market positioning, highlighting the evolution from earlier Colt pocket models and the significance of the .36 caliber chambering. The discussion emphasizes the naming conventions and the practical differences and similarities between these firearms, particularly in terms of frame size, barrel options, and cylinder design.

Tags

Colt New Model Police
Colt Model 1862
Colt New Model Pocket
Colt New Pocket Pistol
Percussion Revolver
Civil War Firearms
36 Caliber
Pocket Revolver
Single Action
Muzzle Loaded
C&Rsenal
Otias Griffith

Quick Summary

The Colt New Model Police and New Pocket Pistol, both often referred to as the Model 1862, are .36 caliber percussion revolvers. The New Model Police features a more advanced design with a creeping loading lever and tapered barrel, while the New Pocket Pistol retains older styling but incorporates a rebated cylinder for the larger caliber, offering increased power in a compact frame.

Chapters

  1. 00:14Basttoall Gun Oil Advertisement
  2. 01:01Introduction: Model 1862 Confusion
  3. 01:26Introducing the New Model Police
  4. 01:43New Model Police Specifications
  5. 02:22Reproduction vs. Original Colt Models
  6. 02:40Evolution from New Model Army
  7. 03:04Scaling Down to Pocket Models
  8. 03:14Model 1860 Army and 1861 Belt Pistol Context
  9. 03:31Confusing Naming: Model 1862
  10. 04:06New Model Reasoning Applied to Pocket Pistol
  11. 04:14New Model Pocket Revolver Details
  12. 04:34New Model Features: Tapered Front, Loading Lever
  13. 04:47Pocket Model Frame Size Comparison
  14. 05:08Cylinder Fluting and Rebating
  15. 05:19Pocket Model Size, .36 Caliber
  16. 05:53Rebated Cylinder Explained
  17. 06:30Barrel Length Variations
  18. 06:51Extremely Short Pattern Pistol
  19. 07:04Internal Mechanism Similarity
  20. 07:24Introducing the New Pocket Pistol
  21. 07:45New Pocket Pistol Specifications
  22. 07:53Market Success of the .36 Caliber Pocket
  23. 08:24Old Model Pocket Production for .36 Caliber
  24. 08:47New Pocket Pistol vs. New Model Pocket Pistol
  25. 09:02New Pocket Pistol Design Elements
  26. 09:36Cylinder Jump Up for .36 Bore
  27. 09:51Loading Rod Length Differences
  28. 10:20New Pocket Pistol as Mid-Range Old Model Navy
  29. 10:41Original Naming: New Pocket Pistol
  30. 10:54Loose Ordering Practices at Colt
  31. 11:31Consecutive Serial Number Series
  32. 11:45Evolving Names: Officer's Model, Police Pistol
  33. 12:21Previous Mention of New Pocket Pistol
  34. 12:38Demonstration of New Pocket Pistol
  35. 13:52Shooting Impressions: New Model Pocket
  36. 14:08War Popularity and Private Purchases
  37. 14:34Colt Factory Fire and Rebuilding
  38. 14:47Production Numbers Comparison
  39. 15:17Last Models Before Samuel Colt's Death
  40. 15:32Critique of Naming Conventions
  41. 15:45Handling the Five Shot Pocket .36
  42. 15:53May's First Impressions
  43. 16:04Model Designations and Confusion
  44. 16:31Psychology of Naming Conventions
  45. 17:21Comparing the Feel of the Pistols
  46. 17:46Frame Size Perception
  47. 18:57Caliber Jump Perception
  48. 19:11Modern Caliber Analogies
  49. 19:36Perceived Power Difference
  50. 19:52Adorability vs. Concealability
  51. 20:01Shorter Barrel Options
  52. 20:32Loading Lever Effectiveness
  53. 20:50Grip Feel and Awkwardness
  54. 21:16Trigger Reach Issues
  55. 22:24Five Shots of .36 Caliber
  56. 22:39Recoil Management
  57. 22:52Differences Between the Two Models
  58. 23:13Loading and Weight Differences
  59. 23:39Would You Be Upset if You Got the Other?
  60. 24:07Customer Expectation vs. Collector

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between the Colt New Model Police and the Colt New Pocket Pistol?

While both are often confusingly called the Model 1862 and chambered in .36 caliber, the New Model Police features a more modern design with a creeping loading lever and a tapered barrel. The New Pocket Pistol retains more of the older pocket pistol design, including an octagonal barrel and a simpler loading rod, but also incorporates a rebated cylinder for the .36 caliber.

Why is the Colt Model 1862 designation confusing?

The 'Model 1862' designation is confusing because it was applied to at least two distinct Colt percussion revolvers: the New Model Police and the New Pocket Pistol. This dual application, along with other naming variations used by Colt, makes historical identification challenging for collectors and enthusiasts.

What caliber are the Colt New Model Police and New Pocket Pistol?

Both the Colt New Model Police and the Colt New Pocket Pistol are chambered in .36 caliber. This was a significant upgrade from the earlier .31 caliber pocket pistols, offering more power in a compact package suitable for self-defense or military use during the Civil War era.

What were the typical barrel lengths for the Colt New Model Police?

The Colt New Model Police was offered in several barrel lengths, commonly including 4.5 inches, 5.5 inches, and 6.5 inches. The 5.5-inch barrel variant typically resulted in an overall pistol length of about 11 inches and a weight around 1.5 pounds.

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