Used Remington Rider Revolver .31 RF (1860-1873)

The Remington Rider Revolver .31 RF is a rare and historically important single-action revolver produced during the American Civil War and Reconstruction era, manufactured between 1860 and 1873. Built by Remington Arms, the Rider represents Remington’s early effort to transition from percussion firearms to metallic cartridge revolvers. Originally designed as a rimfire cartridge revolver, it features a solid-frame construction and compact profile typical of personal defense arms of the mid-19th century.

As an antique firearm, the Remington Rider holds significant collector and historical value. Chambered in .31 RF, this revolver reflects the technological evolution of handgun design during a formative period in American firearms history. Its age, originality, and Old West association make it especially desirable among collectors of Civil War–era and post-war revolvers. The Remington Rider stands as a genuine artifact from one of the most important eras in American arms development.