Cased 1870 Colt M1851 Navy G. Young Engraved/ Matching, .36 Cal. Percussion Revolver, 210318

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According to the Colt Archives serial number database, this Colt Model 1851 Navy .36 caliber percussion revolver was manufactured in 1870. This revolver sports extensive scroll engravings throughout, to include a wolf's head on both sides of the hammer & a curved COLTS PATENT motif on the left side of the frame. This engraving style is distinctive to the work of master engraver Gustave Young and is known by collectors as a Late Vine pattern. The letter "E" is also stamped below all lower serial numbers which was a mark used at the Colt factory during this period to identify parts that were to be engraved or a special finish applied. This revolver comes in a period-correct baize lined wooden presentation case with brass inlayed geometric designs around an ornate shield on the top. Included in the case is an original M1851 style brass powder flask, COLTS PATENT marked bullet mold, nipple wrench, ELEYS NO. 12 percussion cap tin, (3) bullets and paper cartridge box. This revolver is visible numbers matching 210318 on the frame, barrel lug, trigger guard, grip frame and correct partial 318 on the cylinder & wedge. The cylinder is also roll-marked with the Battle of Campeche naval scene, which took place on the 16th of May 1843, during the Mexican-American War. The top of the barrel is marked: ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA. SPECS: 7.5 Octagon barrel, brass grip frame & trigger guard, German silver bead front sight, blued finish, walnut grips and 6-shot cylinder. CONDITION: This revolver is in nice original condition with common age, all engravings are sharp & retain deep relief, the cylinder roll marks are all still visible, the bore is sharp/ clean with no pitting, and it appears to be in good working order with a nice three-click action and no cylinder play. ENGRAVER HISTORY: Gustave Young is generally considered to be the best Master Arms Engraver operating in the United States during the 1800s. He came to the United States from Germany in the 1840s and was Colts primary engraving contractor from 1852 until around 1870. His shop also served other clients in the area during this period. In the late 1860s, he moved to Springfield, Massachusetts, where he began taking on work from others, such as Smith & Wesson, but he continued to work for Colt. There are examples of Gustave Young's hand on Colts, Smith & Wessons, Sharps and even some Winchesters. He practiced his craft until his death in 1895. REVOLVER HISTORY: Designed by Samuel Colt, the Model 1851 Navy revolver was introduced in 1851 as an improved version of his earlier Paterson revolver. The name "Navy" refers to the .36 caliber, not necessarily its use by the Navy, as .44 caliber revolvers are called "Army. It played a significant role in the American Civil War and left a lasting mark on the world of firearms. It was one of Colt's most popular and successful percussion firearms, known for its accuracy and reliability. The 1851 Navy is now a sought-after collectible, admired for its historical significance and craftsmanship. Famous "Navy" users of the time included Wild Bill Hickok, William Buffalo Bill Cody and John Henry "Doc" Holliday. SHIPPING - We offer free shipping anywhere within the continental US. All firearms must be sent to an FFL (or C&R if applicable) regardless of age or caliber. This includes antiques & muzzleloaders. PLEASE READ ALL TERMS BEFORE PARTICIPATING: There is no live crowd, no phone bidding, no left bids and we do not accept payment through the mail.

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Cased 1870 Colt M1851 Navy  G. Young Engraved/ Matching, .36 Cal. Percussion Revolver, 210318
Cased 1870 Colt M1851 Navy G. Young Engraved/ Matching, .36 Cal. Percussion Revolver, 210318
Lot number: 5
Seller: Will Sullivan Auction Co.
Event: Firearms & Early Military Assets
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