The basic answer is no. A felon cannot own or possess ANY item that is classified as a firearm, unless the felon's rights have been restored.
Added: Actually the allowable date for the ownership of an "antique" firearm goes back to an even earlier date than 1900. And the law requires that it be a genuine antique or a "replica" of an antique (i.e.: replica - meaning an EXACT copy in every way) of a firearm of that era.
However the addition to that is - even though the felon may own such an antique (or replica) firearm they may NOT possess the black powder with which to fire it.
Black powder is classified as an explosive and felons are also prohibited by federal law from possessing explosives. Unless the felon likes to collect antiques, the only lawful thing they can do with it is look at it hanging on the wall.
i live in cape cod and i have 2 black powder pistols from 1851 people in mass can get any black powder gun just no bullet but pepople can get the bullet in Rhode Island
It's a replica. More replica black powder guns are made in Italy than anywhere else. I am not aware of any guns marked 'Made in Italy' being used in the Civil War.
Black powder <><><> At the time of the American revolution, the only gunpowder in existence was black powder- a mix of charcoal, sulfur, and saltpetre. Other gun powders (smokeless, cordite, etc) were invented in the late 1800s.
Call Colt and they will tell you. Proofhouse.com has Colt sn data.
read what is on the barrel. it will tell you who made...................
In California, individuals without a permit can legally possess up to 5 pounds of black powder or smokeless powder for personal use. However, it's important to check with local laws and regulations regarding storage and transportation of gun powder.
CVA is s reproduction gun
check ALL writings on the weapon. If a re=pro it will have the Italian maker written on top of the barrel or elsewhere on the gun.
No, as they're made out of Pot Metal & not any kind of Iron or Steel that are used in the manufacture of Live Fire firearms.
read whats printed on top of the barrel. re=pros have the Italian makers mark......
Is it an original piece, or is it a replica?, what is the Country of origin?, who manufactured it?, is it military? These are all questiones that have to be answered , your question is far to generic.
100-400 USD