| Place | Oceania: Australia, Victoria, Melbourne |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL29318 |
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Firearm |
| Place made | United Kingdom: England, Greater London, London |
| Date made | c 1850 |
| Conflict |
British Army Era, 1788-1870 |
Adams Patent Revolver : Captain Orr, 80 Regiment, Melboune Volunteers
Description
Adams Patent five shot percussion revolver. Top of frame engraved Deane, Adams and Deane, No 30 King William St, London Bridge. The frame and cylinder are engraved with the serial number. The one piece checkered wood grip has a small silver shield on the right side engraved 'Capt Orr 80th Regt, Melb Vols'.
History / Summary
This revolver belonged to Captain Orr who served with the 80th Regiment of the Melbourne Volunteers.