Tucker & Sherrard Texas Confederate Revolver

Published on March 3, 2016
Duration: 14:55

This review details the extremely rare Tucker & Sherrard low hammer revolver, a Confederate-era firearm. It explores the historical context of its contract with the Texas Military Board, production challenges, and eventual termination. The video highlights unique design features like the low hammer for improved ergonomics and distinctive manufacturing details such as Roman numeral screw markings and the absence of a loading cutout.

Quick Summary

The Tucker & Sherrard low hammer revolver is exceptionally rare, with only three known examples (serial numbers 52, 54, 56). It was part of a Civil War contract with the Texas Military Board, aiming for 100 pistols monthly but facing production issues. Key features include an ergonomic low hammer design and unique manufacturing marks like Roman numeral screw serials.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: The Rare Tucker & Sherrard Revolver
  2. 00:57Historical Context: Texas Civil War Contract
  3. 02:52Production Challenges and Pricing
  4. 06:31Contract Termination and Repayment
  5. 07:37Private Sales and Post-War Production
  6. 10:03Ergonomic Advantage: The Low Hammer Design
  7. 11:13Identifying Features: Trigger Guards and Cylinders
  8. 12:33Unique Manufacturing Details

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Tucker & Sherrard revolver so rare?

The Tucker & Sherrard low hammer revolver is exceptionally rare, with only three known examples in existence. These specific revolvers are identified by their low serial numbers: 52, 54, and 56, making them highly sought after by collectors.

What was the historical context for the Tucker & Sherrard revolver?

In February 1862, Tucker & Sherrard contracted with the Texas Military Board during the Civil War to produce firearms. The state provided $5,000 to establish production, aiming for 100 pistols monthly, but faced significant challenges meeting this goal.

What are the key design features of the Tucker & Sherrard revolver?

A notable feature is its 'low hammer' design, which improves ergonomics by allowing the shooter to cock the hammer without changing their firing grip. It also lacks a traditional loading cutout in the frame and uses Roman numerals for internal screw markings.

How can one identify wartime versus post-war Tucker & Sherrard revolvers?

Wartime production models are typically identified by square-backed trigger guards. Later production, continuing under the name Sherrard & Clark after the war using leftover parts, transitioned to rounded trigger guards.

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