| Name | Street | Town | State | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dance Brothers | Columbia | Texas | 1862 | 1864 |
| Patent | Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Contract | for |
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| Product |
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J.H., G.P., and D.E. Dance began production of percussions revolvers for
the Confederate States of America in Columbia, Texas, in mid-1862, moving
to Anderson, Texas, in early 1864. Approximately production did not exceed 350 pistols. Most of these were in the "Army" (.44 caliber) size but a limited number of "Navy" (.36 caliber) were also manufactured. .36 cal., right side .44 cal., right side Other one in .44 caliber in best condition right side top side number on left side cylinder left side cylinder right side Nearly all are distinguished by the absence of a "recoil shield" on the frame behind the cylinders. |
