[BatGuano]

I own an “Allen Pepper-box” revolver, invented by Ethan Allen. (No relation to the revolutionary hero>)
It has a patent stamp on the hammer marked 1845.
I will not be taking it to NJ, even though the pistol is a great conversation piece. Six barrels that turn over as the ball is fired.
Mark Twain had a great comment about the revolver in his “Roughing It.” Look it up, it is classic Twain.
It was a favorite of the “49ers” that “rushed” for gold in California.

[JoeFromSidney]

I own an “Allen Pepper-box” revolver, invented by Ethan Allen.

I picked up a Turkish version at a flea market in Turkey. I bought it to give to my son, who is a black powder enthusiast. I have no idea when it was last fired before I bought it.