Rating and value of Savage Navy Civil War revolver

If you own a Savage 1861 navy revolver, and would like to know its value, and if you don't know the period and model of your gun, our state-approved experts and auctioneers will offer you their appraisal services. Our specialists will carry out a free appraisal of your weapon, and provide you with a precise estimate of its value on today's market. Then, if you wish to sell your property, we'll guide you towards the best possible arrangement to obtain the optimum price.  

Rating and value of Savage revolvers   

Savage revolvers are highly sought-after by collectors. However, price differences can be considerable, depending on model and state of preservation. Nowadays, prices for these objects can rise considerably under the auctioneer's hammer. Buyers from all over the world are interested in the sale of certain rare pieces. The price at which they sell on the art market ranges from €780 to €2,480, for the moment, a substantial gap but one that says a lot about the value that can be attributed to these weapons. In 2019, the second Savage Navy percussion, six-shot, 36-caliber model sold for €2,480, whereas it was estimated at between €1,500 and €2,000.

Value order ranging from simple to prestigious

A look back at the history of Savage revolvers

The Savage Navy revolver was designed in 1860 by Edward Savage and Henri North. It was produced in Connecticut for just one year. A total of 20,000 revolvers were produced. The revolvers ordered at the end were used by the Confederates, opposing the American federal government during the American Civil War, in certain cavalry divisions in Texas, Virginia and Missouri. It was officially used by several volunteer cavalry regiments and by the 7th New York Cavalry. The Marines also used this weapon, but only sparingly compared to more powerful weapons such as Colt pistols. Within a few years, it became a sought-after collector's item.

In 1859, the Savage Figure Eight was marketed with less success. However, the system is the same: the gun is built with two triggers, and operates in double action. The second trigger activates the first, rotating the cylinder and pricking the hammer. It's a percussion system, but not the simplest or most classic.                            

The success of Savage revolvers

Savage revolvers are popular at auction, as they are a sought-after collector's item. With 20,000 produced, some have obviously been lost to history. As a result, buyers are willing to pay high prices to own one.

Reasons to auction a Savage Navy  

If you own a Savage revolver, and don't know how to sell it, auctions are one solution. Many collectors are looking for older models.

These objects are not just weapons, but a historical testimony to the scientific evolution of American weapons design.

Knowing the value of a Savage revolver  

If you own a Savage revolver from any period and would like to know its value, don't hesitate to request a free appraisal using the form on our website. A member of our team of experts and certified auctioneers will contact you promptly to provide you with an estimate of the market value of your piece, as well as any relevant information about it. If you wish to sell your property, our specialists will also be on hand to help you find alternatives for selling it at the best possible price, taking into account market trends.