Firearms, Militaria, & Sporting - Day 1

Firearms, Militaria, & Sporting - Day 1

Tuesday, October 30, 2018  |  9:00 AM Eastern
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Firearms, Militaria, & Sporting - Day 1

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(A) US Colt Cavalry Single Action Army Revolver with Kopec Letter (Nettleton Inspected).

Lot # 254 (Sale Order: 251 of 399)      

Colt factory letter states Serial No. 48269 was sent to US Government July 12th, 1878 in a 100 gun shipment. John Kopec letter of 2012 authenticates this revolver with Ordnance inspector Captain John E. Greer and sub-inspector Henry Nettleton. Historically, he could not locate this revolver in the National Archives. He surmises that the excellent overall condition of this revolver, that this was probably sent to a state militia unit and escaped the recall of 1893; that is simply an interpretation and cannot be verified in fact. He further states that this revolver is so nice, having been fired, but ever so slightly during its militia service. He states the grips are original and concludes “the overall original condition of this revolver remains very nice.” The “HN” Nettleton stamp can be found under barrel, frame, trigger guard, backstrap, hammer, bottom of right grip panel and cylinder. The right grip panel has a strong cartouche “HN” in oval for Henry Nettleton. Left grip panel is dated 1878 and has the inspector stamp “JEG” for John E. Greer. CONDITION: John is also correct when describing the outstanding condition of this rare Nettleton revolver. Barrel and housing retain approximately 70% original factory blue. Cylinder retains flashes of blue on flats, the majority of blue in flutes; balance a pleasing plum patina. Trigger guard retains 60% or better original blue with typical candy striping. Backstrap is basically patina with generous blue at top. Case colors on frame and hammer are prolific, some quite bright, with a minimum of 80% coverage. Every screw head is perfect, retaining the majority of the high polish nitre blue finish with a superior amount of original finish applied in 1878 and never touched. This particular revolver locks up like a new gun. A phenomenal survivor. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 48269
Colt factory letter states Serial No. 48269 was sent to US Government July 12th, 1878 in a 100 gun shipment. John Kopec letter of 2012 authenticates this revolver with O...morerdnance inspector Captain John E. Greer and sub-inspector Henry Nettleton. Historically, he could not locate this revolver in the National Archives. He surmises that the excellent overall condition of this revolver, that this was probably sent to a state militia unit and escaped the recall of 1893; that is simply an interpretation and cannot be verified in fact. He further states that this revolver is so nice, having been fired, but ever so slightly during its militia service. He states the grips are original and concludes “the overall original condition of this revolver remains very nice.” The “HN” Nettleton stamp can be found under barrel, frame, trigger guard, backstrap, hammer, bottom of right grip panel and cylinder. The right grip panel has a strong cartouche “HN” in oval for Henry Nettleton. Left grip panel is dated 1878 and has the inspector stamp “JEG” for John E. Greer. CONDITION: John is also correct when describing the outstanding condition of this rare Nettleton revolver. Barrel and housing retain approximately 70% original factory blue. Cylinder retains flashes of blue on flats, the majority of blue in flutes; balance a pleasing plum patina. Trigger guard retains 60% or better original blue with typical candy striping. Backstrap is basically patina with generous blue at top. Case colors on frame and hammer are prolific, some quite bright, with a minimum of 80% coverage. Every screw head is perfect, retaining the majority of the high polish nitre blue finish with a superior amount of original finish applied in 1878 and never touched. This particular revolver locks up like a new gun. A phenomenal survivor. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 48269

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(A) US Colt Cavalry Single Action Army Revolver with Kopec Letter (Johnson Inspected).

Lot # 255 (Sale Order: 252 of 399)      

This fine condition revolver, according to Kopec, serial no. 17443 was sub-inspected by Johnson who worked in Colt’s file shop. “The revolver is a new listing to our survey and falls between No. 17434 and 17448”. Manufactured in 1875. Kopec concludes this revolver is authentic in every respect with the exception of 1.) the finish of the top strap has been gone over with fine emery paper; 2.) the trigger guard strap has been drilled for a stock pin. Cartouche on left grip bears the initials of A.P. Casey who inspected this revolver in 1875. Left side of frame is stamped “US”. Barrel is stamped with “T” and “P”. Slant one line barrel address and two line patent on left side of frame. CONDITION: The barrel and housing retain approximately 50-60% blue finish, blending with homogenous gun metal grey and some minor age freckling at muzzle and right side of barrel. Frame retains approximately 30-40% original case colors, some bright. Cylinder retains approximately 50% original blue. Straps retains flashes of original blue in spots. Visible inspector stamp is a “J” at back of backstrap. All screws are fairly sharp to sharp. Grips are excellent. Indexes and locks up like new. Strong visible rifling with slightly frosted grooves. One of the best condition Colt Cavalry revolvers we have seen. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 17443
This fine condition revolver, according to Kopec, serial no. 17443 was sub-inspected by Johnson who worked in Colt’s file shop. “The revolver is a new listing to our sur...morevey and falls between No. 17434 and 17448”. Manufactured in 1875. Kopec concludes this revolver is authentic in every respect with the exception of 1.) the finish of the top strap has been gone over with fine emery paper; 2.) the trigger guard strap has been drilled for a stock pin. Cartouche on left grip bears the initials of A.P. Casey who inspected this revolver in 1875. Left side of frame is stamped “US”. Barrel is stamped with “T” and “P”. Slant one line barrel address and two line patent on left side of frame. CONDITION: The barrel and housing retain approximately 50-60% blue finish, blending with homogenous gun metal grey and some minor age freckling at muzzle and right side of barrel. Frame retains approximately 30-40% original case colors, some bright. Cylinder retains approximately 50% original blue. Straps retains flashes of original blue in spots. Visible inspector stamp is a “J” at back of backstrap. All screws are fairly sharp to sharp. Grips are excellent. Indexes and locks up like new. Strong visible rifling with slightly frosted grooves. One of the best condition Colt Cavalry revolvers we have seen. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 17443

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(A) US Colt Cavalry Single Action Army Revolver with Kopec Letter (Louis Inspected).

Lot # 256 (Sale Order: 253 of 399)      

According to Kopec, revolver No. 16338 was manufactured in 1875 and in his opinion the grips appear to be from another 1875 revolver. A few of the guard screws are replacements. Cylinder is the early type with small notches and approaches, and flute inlets are partially beveled. Inspector marks include “P” and “T”. This revolver represents an extremely scarce variant of the Colt Cavalry revolver, the Ordnance sub-inspector who used the initial “L” was S.B. Louis and worked in conjunction with A.P. Casey at the Colt plant. The remnant cartouche is that of A.P. Casey, and his tiny initial “C” may be found on the right butt of this revolver. John goes into observations about the broken “T” on the barrel address, showing serial number range of broken die. His final comment is that there are only about a dozen recorded “L” Ordnance sub-inspector revolvers known to this survey (1988). These were inspected at the very outset of the 1875 series and are the scarcest of the three 1875 sub-inspectors. We have noted the letter “L” to be found on bottom of barrel, backstrap, trigger guard and cylinder. Left side of frame is stamped “US”. The cartouche that Kopec speaks of is visible but not readable if you did not know it was Casey. CONDITION: All metal is basically a smooth, homogenous, clean patina with some flashes of original blue in hidden areas. Two line patent on left side of frame. Indexes with all four distinct clicks. Bore exhibits sharp lands and grooves with a hint of frosting and a couple of very minor black powder abrasions. Super clean, untouched, all original early cavalry with note to grips. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 16338
According to Kopec, revolver No. 16338 was manufactured in 1875 and in his opinion the grips appear to be from another 1875 revolver. A few of the guard screws are repla...morecements. Cylinder is the early type with small notches and approaches, and flute inlets are partially beveled. Inspector marks include “P” and “T”. This revolver represents an extremely scarce variant of the Colt Cavalry revolver, the Ordnance sub-inspector who used the initial “L” was S.B. Louis and worked in conjunction with A.P. Casey at the Colt plant. The remnant cartouche is that of A.P. Casey, and his tiny initial “C” may be found on the right butt of this revolver. John goes into observations about the broken “T” on the barrel address, showing serial number range of broken die. His final comment is that there are only about a dozen recorded “L” Ordnance sub-inspector revolvers known to this survey (1988). These were inspected at the very outset of the 1875 series and are the scarcest of the three 1875 sub-inspectors. We have noted the letter “L” to be found on bottom of barrel, backstrap, trigger guard and cylinder. Left side of frame is stamped “US”. The cartouche that Kopec speaks of is visible but not readable if you did not know it was Casey. CONDITION: All metal is basically a smooth, homogenous, clean patina with some flashes of original blue in hidden areas. Two line patent on left side of frame. Indexes with all four distinct clicks. Bore exhibits sharp lands and grooves with a hint of frosting and a couple of very minor black powder abrasions. Super clean, untouched, all original early cavalry with note to grips. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 16338

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(A) Cased Engraved Colt Model 1849 Percussion Pocket Revolver.

Lot # 257 (Sale Order: 254 of 399)      

SCARCE CASED ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 266670. Cal. 31. Blue & color case hardened with 6? oct bbl, replacement dovetail front sight, “COLTS PATENT” on left side of the frame and caliber marking on the left rear web of the trigger guard. It has 6-shot cylinder with stagecoach holdup scene and five of its six safety pins prominent. Trigger guard & back strap are silver plated brass containing a wonderful burl walnut 1-pc grip that has the last four digits of SN in back strap channel. Frame, bbl, hammer, back strap, butt strap & trigger guard are wonderfully engraved in early vine style, probably by Gustave Young, with full coverage foliate arabesque patterns on the frame & recoil shields with several scrolls terminating in flower blossoms. Top of the back strap has Mr. Young’s typical fan pattern with the outside of the back strap ears engraved in sunburst patterns. Hammer is deluxe engraved with foliate arabesque patterns and a wolf’s head on each side of the hammer nose with hand checkered hammer spur. Accompanied by a wonderful Colt burgundy velvet lined rosewood casing with empty gold plated brass plaque in the lid and compartmented in the bottom for the revolver, a sgl sided “COLTS PATENT” American eagle flask, a “COLTS PATENT” 2-cavity brass bullet mold without sprue cutter, two packets of skin cartridges and a lacquered tin of Eley’s caps. Additionally included is an L-shaped nipple wrench/screwdriver and miscellaneous lead balls. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching except wedge which is numbered “19128”. Bbl retains about 95% glossy orig blue with slight muzzle & sharp edge wear and replaced front sight. Rammer & handle retain most of their orig case colors, brilliant on the pivot, fading elsewhere. Frame & hammer retain strong case colors, bright & strong in sheltered areas. Screws retain most of their fire blue. Grip frame retains traces of silver in sheltered areas. Cylinder retains about 70% thinning blue and about 95% stagecoach holdup scene. Grip is sound showing light wear and a few minor handling & use marks with some slight dulling on left rear edge. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. Case & accessories are extremely fine with only a few nicks on mold and light wear on flask. From the collection of Jason Roselius. Accessories : Wooden case, powder flask, bullet mold, tool, caps & cartridges Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .31 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1849 Pocket Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 266670
SCARCE CASED ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 266670. Cal. 31. Blue & color case hardened with 6? oct bbl, replacement dovetail front sight, “COLTS...more PATENT” on left side of the frame and caliber marking on the left rear web of the trigger guard. It has 6-shot cylinder with stagecoach holdup scene and five of its six safety pins prominent. Trigger guard & back strap are silver plated brass containing a wonderful burl walnut 1-pc grip that has the last four digits of SN in back strap channel. Frame, bbl, hammer, back strap, butt strap & trigger guard are wonderfully engraved in early vine style, probably by Gustave Young, with full coverage foliate arabesque patterns on the frame & recoil shields with several scrolls terminating in flower blossoms. Top of the back strap has Mr. Young’s typical fan pattern with the outside of the back strap ears engraved in sunburst patterns. Hammer is deluxe engraved with foliate arabesque patterns and a wolf’s head on each side of the hammer nose with hand checkered hammer spur. Accompanied by a wonderful Colt burgundy velvet lined rosewood casing with empty gold plated brass plaque in the lid and compartmented in the bottom for the revolver, a sgl sided “COLTS PATENT” American eagle flask, a “COLTS PATENT” 2-cavity brass bullet mold without sprue cutter, two packets of skin cartridges and a lacquered tin of Eley’s caps. Additionally included is an L-shaped nipple wrench/screwdriver and miscellaneous lead balls. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching except wedge which is numbered “19128”. Bbl retains about 95% glossy orig blue with slight muzzle & sharp edge wear and replaced front sight. Rammer & handle retain most of their orig case colors, brilliant on the pivot, fading elsewhere. Frame & hammer retain strong case colors, bright & strong in sheltered areas. Screws retain most of their fire blue. Grip frame retains traces of silver in sheltered areas. Cylinder retains about 70% thinning blue and about 95% stagecoach holdup scene. Grip is sound showing light wear and a few minor handling & use marks with some slight dulling on left rear edge. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. Case & accessories are extremely fine with only a few nicks on mold and light wear on flask. From the collection of Jason Roselius. Accessories : Wooden case, powder flask, bullet mold, tool, caps & cartridges Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .31 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1849 Pocket Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 266670

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(A) Factory Engraved Colt 1877 Lightning Revolver with Pearl Grips.

Lot # 258 (Sale Order: 255 of 399)      

According to the factory letter, this handgun was shipped August 28th, 1891 with nickel finish, 4-1/2" barrel in .38 caliber, pearl grips, factory engraved and shipped to W.F. Coole & Co. The main Colt factory engraver was Cuno Helfricht (1871-1921) who worked his entire career for Colt as a contract engraver with his team/shop of up to six engravers. In addition, L.D. Nimschke (1850-1900) was also doing contract engraving for Colt during the period of manufacture. It remains in original factory configuration featuring nearly full coverage engraving. CONDITION: The back of the hammer retains virtually all of the Colt fire blue finish with generous amounts on top of hammer. Generous amounts of Colt fire blue still remains on majority of screws. The cylinder pin head has been marred from use with pliers and could easily be replaced. Overall, this revolver retains 98% or better of the original nickel finish. Pearl grips are near mint with no visible chips. Revolver operates correctly and locks up tight both single and double action. Factory legends are bold. Sight has never been filed. Bore retains sharp lands with bright grooves. Aside from the cylinder pin, balance of firearm is in near mint condition, showing only light wear, most notably on face of trigger. A stunning specimen and great example of Colt master engraving. Barrel Length: 4 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 Lightning Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 85525
According to the factory letter, this handgun was shipped August 28th, 1891 with nickel finish, 4-1/2" barrel in .38 caliber, pearl grips, factory engraved and shipped to...more W.F. Coole & Co. The main Colt factory engraver was Cuno Helfricht (1871-1921) who worked his entire career for Colt as a contract engraver with his team/shop of up to six engravers. In addition, L.D. Nimschke (1850-1900) was also doing contract engraving for Colt during the period of manufacture. It remains in original factory configuration featuring nearly full coverage engraving. CONDITION: The back of the hammer retains virtually all of the Colt fire blue finish with generous amounts on top of hammer. Generous amounts of Colt fire blue still remains on majority of screws. The cylinder pin head has been marred from use with pliers and could easily be replaced. Overall, this revolver retains 98% or better of the original nickel finish. Pearl grips are near mint with no visible chips. Revolver operates correctly and locks up tight both single and double action. Factory legends are bold. Sight has never been filed. Bore retains sharp lands with bright grooves. Aside from the cylinder pin, balance of firearm is in near mint condition, showing only light wear, most notably on face of trigger. A stunning specimen and great example of Colt master engraving. Barrel Length: 4 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 Lightning Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 85525

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(A) Cased Pair of Engraved Colt 1849 Pocket Revolvers Presented to Admiral Jaun Williams.

Lot # 259 (Sale Order: 256 of 399)      

5" barrels, finely Gustave Young style factory engraved, original full gilt finish, ivory grips, cased in original French style deluxe rosewood casing with brass bound corners and inscription plaque in lid inscribed, "Juan Ro. Williams" as well as on powder flask and backstraps. Both guns features roll engraved stagecoach robbery cylinder scene that is 100% visible. Pistol #91999 remains in good to very good condition showing approx. Full or partial matching serial numbers on frame, barrel, trigger guard, backstrap, wedge, loading lever and cylinder pin. 35% rich gold gilt, the balance toned to a natural dark brown patina, with very good ivory grips that are slightly shy to metal. the quality of the engraving is excellent showing typical Gustave Young scrolls, dogs, beasts, cobwebs, flowers, hand-cut patent markings and "Samuel Colt" in script on barrel address; approx. 80%-90% darkening silver on backstrap, the inscription probably engraved by Young as it appears to be his hand. Pistol #92005 retains approx. 35% rich gold gilt gone to dark brown patina, engraved similarly to its mate with typical Young scrolls, Colt's Patent marking and barrel address in script, beasts, flowers, cobwebs, and typical high quality Young engraving and identical inscription as its mate; metal surfaces on the pistol are sharp, ivory grips are very good plus showing some yellowing and slight chips, and are slightly undersized; all matching visible serial numbers. The velvet lined interior is very good to nearly excellent with minor impressions, slight fraying and a slight amount of aging, but definitely original and just showing a minimal amount of natural age; it is interesting that the casing is made in such a way that it would accommodate either a 5" or 6" Pocket, but the wear pattern shows that this pair have always been in this box. The set is cased with an English style bag flask beautifully engraved en suite to the backstrap of the pistols and lid of the case (it all appears to be the same hand), and the flask shows traces of gold gilt that was polished (now a brass patina); brass Colt's patent marked bullet mold; box is drilled for a nipple wrench (now missing), otherwise complete. The exterior of the box is very good to nearly fine showing select quality rosewood, minor aging, slight checks, cracks, storage marks, etc., but is very good overall and nearly fine with a beautiful grain. It is apparent that the pistols were polished and the gold gilt was fragile, as the metal surfaces on the pistol and flask are very sharp, and the finish has just drifted off from cleaning. Juan Rebolledo Williams, born 1825, died 1910, was a prominent Chilean Naval officer and politician. Currently the only gold gilded and engraved pair of 1849's known to this cataloger. Accessories : Wooden case with accessories Barrel Length: (A) 5", (B) 5" Caliber/Bore: (A) .31, (B) .31 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1849 Pocket Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: (A) 91999, (B) 92005
5" barrels, finely Gustave Young style factory engraved, original full gilt finish, ivory grips, cased in original French style deluxe rosewood casing with brass bound co...morerners and inscription plaque in lid inscribed, "Juan Ro. Williams" as well as on powder flask and backstraps. Both guns features roll engraved stagecoach robbery cylinder scene that is 100% visible. Pistol #91999 remains in good to very good condition showing approx. Full or partial matching serial numbers on frame, barrel, trigger guard, backstrap, wedge, loading lever and cylinder pin. 35% rich gold gilt, the balance toned to a natural dark brown patina, with very good ivory grips that are slightly shy to metal. the quality of the engraving is excellent showing typical Gustave Young scrolls, dogs, beasts, cobwebs, flowers, hand-cut patent markings and "Samuel Colt" in script on barrel address; approx. 80%-90% darkening silver on backstrap, the inscription probably engraved by Young as it appears to be his hand. Pistol #92005 retains approx. 35% rich gold gilt gone to dark brown patina, engraved similarly to its mate with typical Young scrolls, Colt's Patent marking and barrel address in script, beasts, flowers, cobwebs, and typical high quality Young engraving and identical inscription as its mate; metal surfaces on the pistol are sharp, ivory grips are very good plus showing some yellowing and slight chips, and are slightly undersized; all matching visible serial numbers. The velvet lined interior is very good to nearly excellent with minor impressions, slight fraying and a slight amount of aging, but definitely original and just showing a minimal amount of natural age; it is interesting that the casing is made in such a way that it would accommodate either a 5" or 6" Pocket, but the wear pattern shows that this pair have always been in this box. The set is cased with an English style bag flask beautifully engraved en suite to the backstrap of the pistols and lid of the case (it all appears to be the same hand), and the flask shows traces of gold gilt that was polished (now a brass patina); brass Colt's patent marked bullet mold; box is drilled for a nipple wrench (now missing), otherwise complete. The exterior of the box is very good to nearly fine showing select quality rosewood, minor aging, slight checks, cracks, storage marks, etc., but is very good overall and nearly fine with a beautiful grain. It is apparent that the pistols were polished and the gold gilt was fragile, as the metal surfaces on the pistol and flask are very sharp, and the finish has just drifted off from cleaning. Juan Rebolledo Williams, born 1825, died 1910, was a prominent Chilean Naval officer and politician. Currently the only gold gilded and engraved pair of 1849's known to this cataloger. Accessories : Wooden case with accessories Barrel Length: (A) 5", (B) 5" Caliber/Bore: (A) .31, (B) .31 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1849 Pocket Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: (A) 91999, (B) 92005

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(A) 1st Model Thuer Conversion Colt Model 1860 Army Single Action Revolver

Lot # 260 (Sale Order: 257 of 399)      

This model is referred to as the Thuer Conversion, named after F. Alexander Thuer, first patented in 1868 and chambered for the .44 Thuer cartridge. Revolver features blued barrel, rebated British proofed Naval scene engraved cylinder, casehardened frame, hammer and lever; nickel plated brass trigger guard, blued steel backstrap and one piece walnut varnished grips. Matching serial number on frame, barrel, trigger guard, backstrap. Cylinder has factory reapplied matching number. The Thuer Conversion retained the loading lever and had a short production run and lost out to the Richard's Conversion in 1871. CONDITION: Barrel retains approximately 70% bright blue on right side, 50% on top, 10% on left; balance blending with patina. Razor sharp legends. Great case colors on frame, hammer and lever. Cylinder is soft brown patina. 40% nickel plating on trigger guard. Even the screws have the majority of their fire blue finish. Very good to excellent grips. Indexes and locks up perfectly. Strong, clean, near mint bore. Seldom do you see any Thuer Conversion of the big 1860 Army and almost never with this much case colors and blue finish. One of the harder to fine conversions. Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .44 Thuer FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1860 Serial Number: 178076
This model is referred to as the Thuer Conversion, named after F. Alexander Thuer, first patented in 1868 and chambered for the .44 Thuer cartridge. Revolver features bl...moreued barrel, rebated British proofed Naval scene engraved cylinder, casehardened frame, hammer and lever; nickel plated brass trigger guard, blued steel backstrap and one piece walnut varnished grips. Matching serial number on frame, barrel, trigger guard, backstrap. Cylinder has factory reapplied matching number. The Thuer Conversion retained the loading lever and had a short production run and lost out to the Richard's Conversion in 1871. CONDITION: Barrel retains approximately 70% bright blue on right side, 50% on top, 10% on left; balance blending with patina. Razor sharp legends. Great case colors on frame, hammer and lever. Cylinder is soft brown patina. 40% nickel plating on trigger guard. Even the screws have the majority of their fire blue finish. Very good to excellent grips. Indexes and locks up perfectly. Strong, clean, near mint bore. Seldom do you see any Thuer Conversion of the big 1860 Army and almost never with this much case colors and blue finish. One of the harder to fine conversions. Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .44 Thuer FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1860 Serial Number: 178076

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(A) US Colt Cavalry Single Action Army Revolver with Kopec Letter (Lyle/Cleveland Inspected).

Lot # 261 (Sale Order: 258 of 399)      

The John Kopec letter of 2003 notes “we believe it is 100% authentic in every respect. The barrel address is the second style, grip cartouches are perfect and totally correct. The barrel is not serial numbered and originally fitted to this revolver during manufacture. Several revolvers from within this series are recorded in our survey with either mismatching barrels or barrels without a serial number. This is because of a problem which was encountered during production with the alignment of the barrel to cylinder…to keep production running as smoothly as possibly, the Ordnance inspector, Lieutenant David A. Lyle accepted these revolvers as long as the barrel to cylinder alignment passed his strict gauging (this is a normal occurrence within the JTC series).” Revolver was manufactured in 1877, inspected by David A. Lyle and sub-inspected by John T. Cleveland. Historically this revolver cannot be found in National Archives. John goes on to speculate possibilities. You will find the initials “JTC” stamped on barrel, frame, right grip panel, cylinder. The left grip is dated 1877 and has a clear “DAL” cartouche in oval (David A. Lyle), right grip has “JTC” for John T. Cleveland. Still has early donut head ejector and “US” stamped on frame. Razor sharp legends throughout. All four perfect clicks. Bore exhibits razor sharp rifling, lightly frosted grooves and minor black powder abrasion. Extremely clean, handsome revolver. Early, rare Lyle/Thompson inspected. Colt factory letter simply states Serial No. 35529 sent to US Government, May 13th, 1877 in a shipment of 203 guns. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 35529
The John Kopec letter of 2003 notes “we believe it is 100% authentic in every respect. The barrel address is the second style, grip cartouches are perfect and totally co...morerrect. The barrel is not serial numbered and originally fitted to this revolver during manufacture. Several revolvers from within this series are recorded in our survey with either mismatching barrels or barrels without a serial number. This is because of a problem which was encountered during production with the alignment of the barrel to cylinder…to keep production running as smoothly as possibly, the Ordnance inspector, Lieutenant David A. Lyle accepted these revolvers as long as the barrel to cylinder alignment passed his strict gauging (this is a normal occurrence within the JTC series).” Revolver was manufactured in 1877, inspected by David A. Lyle and sub-inspected by John T. Cleveland. Historically this revolver cannot be found in National Archives. John goes on to speculate possibilities. You will find the initials “JTC” stamped on barrel, frame, right grip panel, cylinder. The left grip is dated 1877 and has a clear “DAL” cartouche in oval (David A. Lyle), right grip has “JTC” for John T. Cleveland. Still has early donut head ejector and “US” stamped on frame. Razor sharp legends throughout. All four perfect clicks. Bore exhibits razor sharp rifling, lightly frosted grooves and minor black powder abrasion. Extremely clean, handsome revolver. Early, rare Lyle/Thompson inspected. Colt factory letter simply states Serial No. 35529 sent to US Government, May 13th, 1877 in a shipment of 203 guns. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 35529

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(A) US Colt Cavalry Single Action Army Revolver with Kopec Letter (Casey Inspected).

Lot # 262 (Sale Order: 259 of 399)      

Kopek notes in his first letter, dated 1984 “The revolver is a good example of an early 1875 issue revolver, which was reissued to the New York Militia 1895.” In regards to this being reissued to the New York Militia “This revolver is listed in our survey as being one of the 800 like revolvers refurbished at the Colt plant especially for service with the New York Militia. These first revolvers were not cut down…but where left at the 7-1/2” length. This particular revolver left the Colt factory (for the second time) on October 18th, 1895. The grips are the original RAC (Renaldo Carr) which were fitted to the revolver in 1895 (thus the original 1875 grips not present)…within this first batch of 800 refinished Cavalry revolvers, a concerted effort was made by Colt to keep the serial numbers matching…we find that the serial number of the backstrap, though found to match the serial number of the revolver proper, does not conform in style and is in a two line format…there can be little doubt that this strap was replaced during time of refurbishing and original serial number of the revolver applied to it at that time…this revolver is a very nice example of a Casey sub-inspected Cavalry revolver.”. John wrote a second letter in 2013 where he addresses serial numbers before and after where he states “Many of the listed examples within in this specific serial number range were issued to the newly reorganized 7th Cavalry after the famous Custer battle. They were issued these new Colt .45 caliber revolvers on October 3rd, 1876, just some three months after the Custer battle. After serving with the 7th Cavalry through many Indian battles, including the Battle of Wounded Knee, these 1875 manufactured Cavalry revolvers were recalled from service and placed into storage. In the case of our subject revolver, the extra digit ‘1’ was added ahead of the existing “8704” on the barrel and cylinder positions. Hammers were refinished with a nitre bright blue finish. Grips were replaced, hence RAC.” In addition the to two Kopec letters, there is a Colt letter which basically states they know nothing. Also includes small postcard from John of April 1983 speaking more of the replaced grips. CONDITION: All legends are sharp. Barrel is basically a smooth, homogenous, clean brown patina. The housing has generous amounts of original blue in recess. Frame shows a hint of color in recesses and pattern still visible. Straps and trigger guard retain flashes of blue. “RAC” is stamped at bottom of right wooden grip panel. Traces of fine nitre blue on hammer. Four distinct index clicks and locks up like a vault. Cylinder is a basic patina with a very distinct drag line and an area of small dents on one cylinder chamber. Cylinder flutes have generous amounts of original blue. Screw heads are generally sharp. Still retains donut head ejector. Small “c” stamped on trigger guard and cylinder. Wood is excellent with the usual minor abrasions. Bore exhibits beautiful mirror bright rifling, sharp and crisp. Very clean revolver that probably rose with the famous 7th Cavalry for nearly 20 years and subsequently ended up in the New York Militia as well. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 18704
Kopek notes in his first letter, dated 1984 “The revolver is a good example of an early 1875 issue revolver, which was reissued to the New York Militia 1895.” In regards...more to this being reissued to the New York Militia “This revolver is listed in our survey as being one of the 800 like revolvers refurbished at the Colt plant especially for service with the New York Militia. These first revolvers were not cut down…but where left at the 7-1/2” length. This particular revolver left the Colt factory (for the second time) on October 18th, 1895. The grips are the original RAC (Renaldo Carr) which were fitted to the revolver in 1895 (thus the original 1875 grips not present)…within this first batch of 800 refinished Cavalry revolvers, a concerted effort was made by Colt to keep the serial numbers matching…we find that the serial number of the backstrap, though found to match the serial number of the revolver proper, does not conform in style and is in a two line format…there can be little doubt that this strap was replaced during time of refurbishing and original serial number of the revolver applied to it at that time…this revolver is a very nice example of a Casey sub-inspected Cavalry revolver.”. John wrote a second letter in 2013 where he addresses serial numbers before and after where he states “Many of the listed examples within in this specific serial number range were issued to the newly reorganized 7th Cavalry after the famous Custer battle. They were issued these new Colt .45 caliber revolvers on October 3rd, 1876, just some three months after the Custer battle. After serving with the 7th Cavalry through many Indian battles, including the Battle of Wounded Knee, these 1875 manufactured Cavalry revolvers were recalled from service and placed into storage. In the case of our subject revolver, the extra digit ‘1’ was added ahead of the existing “8704” on the barrel and cylinder positions. Hammers were refinished with a nitre bright blue finish. Grips were replaced, hence RAC.” In addition the to two Kopec letters, there is a Colt letter which basically states they know nothing. Also includes small postcard from John of April 1983 speaking more of the replaced grips. CONDITION: All legends are sharp. Barrel is basically a smooth, homogenous, clean brown patina. The housing has generous amounts of original blue in recess. Frame shows a hint of color in recesses and pattern still visible. Straps and trigger guard retain flashes of blue. “RAC” is stamped at bottom of right wooden grip panel. Traces of fine nitre blue on hammer. Four distinct index clicks and locks up like a vault. Cylinder is a basic patina with a very distinct drag line and an area of small dents on one cylinder chamber. Cylinder flutes have generous amounts of original blue. Screw heads are generally sharp. Still retains donut head ejector. Small “c” stamped on trigger guard and cylinder. Wood is excellent with the usual minor abrasions. Bore exhibits beautiful mirror bright rifling, sharp and crisp. Very clean revolver that probably rose with the famous 7th Cavalry for nearly 20 years and subsequently ended up in the New York Militia as well. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 18704

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(A) Near New Phenomenal Condition Nickel Colt Single Action Army Revolver (1876).

Lot # 264 (Sale Order: 260 of 399)      

According to records, the serial number was applied on this frame in 1876 but was not shipped until July 30th, 1880 to Simmons Hardware Company, St. Louis, Missouri in a shipment of 25 guns with nickel finish, .45 caliber, stocks and barrel length not listed. Standard barrel lengths for not listed guns are 7-1/2" and the right panel carved bison Mother of Pearl grips were fitted by Simmons. Features six shot, single action, full nickel plate, old style donut head ejector and beautiful pearl grips with right side carved bison. Two line patent date on frame through No. 34000. Top of barrel has single line Hartford address. Caliber is fully marked on left rear trigger guard only. Matching serial number on frame, trigger guard, backstrap, barrel, cylinder and "4391" assembly number on loading gate. CONDITION: How the revolver remained in unfired condition all these years is a mystery. The ends of the cylinder show no sign of any burn. Exhibits light drag line on cylinder. Revolver has overall light handling marks and age freckles. Extremely high condition, unfired, early factory nickel Single Action Army shipped in 1880. From the collection of Jason Roselius. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 25575 CORRECTION: Carved Mother of Pearl grips are of later manufacture.
According to records, the serial number was applied on this frame in 1876 but was not shipped until July 30th, 1880 to Simmons Hardware Company, St. Louis, Missouri in a ...moreshipment of 25 guns with nickel finish, .45 caliber, stocks and barrel length not listed. Standard barrel lengths for not listed guns are 7-1/2" and the right panel carved bison Mother of Pearl grips were fitted by Simmons. Features six shot, single action, full nickel plate, old style donut head ejector and beautiful pearl grips with right side carved bison. Two line patent date on frame through No. 34000. Top of barrel has single line Hartford address. Caliber is fully marked on left rear trigger guard only. Matching serial number on frame, trigger guard, backstrap, barrel, cylinder and "4391" assembly number on loading gate. CONDITION: How the revolver remained in unfired condition all these years is a mystery. The ends of the cylinder show no sign of any burn. Exhibits light drag line on cylinder. Revolver has overall light handling marks and age freckles. Extremely high condition, unfired, early factory nickel Single Action Army shipped in 1880. From the collection of Jason Roselius. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 25575 CORRECTION: Carved Mother of Pearl grips are of later manufacture.

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(A) Spectacular Cased London Colt Model 1851 Percussion Revolver (1855).

Lot # 265 (Sale Order: 261 of 399)      

Second Model with large trigger guard, iron straps, London barrel address, and London proofs on left barrel flat and all six cylinder flutes. Octagon barrel features a small post front sight, with London address on top. CONDITION: Retains approximately 80% of its original high polish brilliant factory blue on barrel, even forcing cone retains all of the blue. Razor sharp edges and legends. Balance of barrel is blending to a soft grey patina with a little touch of black powder corrosion at muzzle tip. Loading lever has traces of color, mostly at rear. Cylinder has roll die engraved Naval battle scene retaining approximately 95% original factory blue finish. Original mint unfired nipples, all safety pins are intact. Frame colors, as are most London's are quite dark but 85% intact. Screws are basically straight. Trigger guard retains approximately 75% factory bright blue. Backstrap shows flashes of blue but is basically soft patina. One piece walnut grips retains approximately 85% of their original varnish. This revolver has full or partial serial numbers on the frame, barrel, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder post, cylinder and loading lever. Wedge is simply stamped with an "8". Indexes and locks up like new. Well defined rifling with shiny grooves; near mint. It is very obviousl this revolver has seen little to no actual firing. IT is house in its original English oak display case with brass screws and plaque on cover, lined in navy blue with original paper loading instructions in lid. Also included is a fine condition James Dixon Sheffield copper bag flask with nitre blue release spring retaining most of its finish, blued steel two cavity mold etch "344", metal handle cleaning rod, Eley cap tip with embossed lid. An extremely nice, high condition London Navy. Accessories : Case, Tools, Accessories Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1851 London Paperwork : No Serial Number: 33903
Second Model with large trigger guard, iron straps, London barrel address, and London proofs on left barrel flat and all six cylinder flutes. Octagon barrel features a s...moremall post front sight, with London address on top. CONDITION: Retains approximately 80% of its original high polish brilliant factory blue on barrel, even forcing cone retains all of the blue. Razor sharp edges and legends. Balance of barrel is blending to a soft grey patina with a little touch of black powder corrosion at muzzle tip. Loading lever has traces of color, mostly at rear. Cylinder has roll die engraved Naval battle scene retaining approximately 95% original factory blue finish. Original mint unfired nipples, all safety pins are intact. Frame colors, as are most London's are quite dark but 85% intact. Screws are basically straight. Trigger guard retains approximately 75% factory bright blue. Backstrap shows flashes of blue but is basically soft patina. One piece walnut grips retains approximately 85% of their original varnish. This revolver has full or partial serial numbers on the frame, barrel, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder post, cylinder and loading lever. Wedge is simply stamped with an "8". Indexes and locks up like new. Well defined rifling with shiny grooves; near mint. It is very obviousl this revolver has seen little to no actual firing. IT is house in its original English oak display case with brass screws and plaque on cover, lined in navy blue with original paper loading instructions in lid. Also included is a fine condition James Dixon Sheffield copper bag flask with nitre blue release spring retaining most of its finish, blued steel two cavity mold etch "344", metal handle cleaning rod, Eley cap tip with embossed lid. An extremely nice, high condition London Navy. Accessories : Case, Tools, Accessories Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1851 London Paperwork : No Serial Number: 33903

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(A) Cased Colt 1851 London Navy Percussion Revolver (1855).

Lot # 266 (Sale Order: 262 of 399)      

This is a late Model Fourth Type with large iron trigger guard and backstrap. Full or partial matching serial numbers on frame, barrel, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder, wedge, loading lever and cylinder pin. Barrel address is "ADDRESS COL. COLT LONDON" with lines instead of arrows. Features bead front sight and late style hammer knurling. English proofs on left barrel flat. Cylinder has typical Naval scene with British proofs on each chamber. CONDITION: Octagon barrel retains approximately 95% of the English high polish blue finish with razor sharp edges and sharp legends. Even the forcing cone and wedge retain most of their brilliant blue. Case colors on frame, hammer and lever are nearly 100% complete and brilliant. Screws retain the majority of their nitre blue finish. Cylinder has 100% Naval scene and retains approximately 85-90% of the English high polish blue finish. All safety pins near perfect. All original nipples. Backstrap and trigger guard appear to have been refinished at one time and have turned an unusual bronze color. One piece varnished walnut grips are near mint and retain the majority of their varnish. Strong lands and grooves with a little black powder abrasion. Indexes and locks up like new. This beautiful revolver is housed in an original English oak case with Style II inside lid label; page 186 in the book "Colt 1851 and 1861 Navies" by Jordan and Geri. The divisions inside the case are very similar to that on page 183 but done in dark navy blue felt. Dixon flask can be seen on page 182-183. A nearly identical cased set can be seen on page 181, center photo with the exact same layout and same color lining. Includes an oil bottle stamped "C&JW Hawksley", a two cavity Colt's patent high polish blue bullet mold, a high polish nitre blue nipple wrench, an Eley Bros. Colt's cap tin, a wood handle metal cleaning rod and a small ivory container with six brand new nipples. A beautiful, cased early London Navy with lots of condition. Accessories : Case, Loading Tools Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .36 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1851 London Navy Paperwork : No Serial Number: 39170
This is a late Model Fourth Type with large iron trigger guard and backstrap. Full or partial matching serial numbers on frame, barrel, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinde...morer, wedge, loading lever and cylinder pin. Barrel address is "ADDRESS COL. COLT LONDON" with lines instead of arrows. Features bead front sight and late style hammer knurling. English proofs on left barrel flat. Cylinder has typical Naval scene with British proofs on each chamber. CONDITION: Octagon barrel retains approximately 95% of the English high polish blue finish with razor sharp edges and sharp legends. Even the forcing cone and wedge retain most of their brilliant blue. Case colors on frame, hammer and lever are nearly 100% complete and brilliant. Screws retain the majority of their nitre blue finish. Cylinder has 100% Naval scene and retains approximately 85-90% of the English high polish blue finish. All safety pins near perfect. All original nipples. Backstrap and trigger guard appear to have been refinished at one time and have turned an unusual bronze color. One piece varnished walnut grips are near mint and retain the majority of their varnish. Strong lands and grooves with a little black powder abrasion. Indexes and locks up like new. This beautiful revolver is housed in an original English oak case with Style II inside lid label; page 186 in the book "Colt 1851 and 1861 Navies" by Jordan and Geri. The divisions inside the case are very similar to that on page 183 but done in dark navy blue felt. Dixon flask can be seen on page 182-183. A nearly identical cased set can be seen on page 181, center photo with the exact same layout and same color lining. Includes an oil bottle stamped "C&JW Hawksley", a two cavity Colt's patent high polish blue bullet mold, a high polish nitre blue nipple wrench, an Eley Bros. Colt's cap tin, a wood handle metal cleaning rod and a small ivory container with six brand new nipples. A beautiful, cased early London Navy with lots of condition. Accessories : Case, Loading Tools Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .36 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1851 London Navy Paperwork : No Serial Number: 39170

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(A) Cased Factory Engraved Colt 1860 Army Percussion Revolver with Ivories (.

Lot # 267 (Sale Order: 263 of 399)      

This spectacular Colt left the factory engraved with ivories as evidenced by the letters "IE" stamped above or below the serial number on frame, barrel, trigger guard and backstrap. It is a civilian model not cut for shoulder stock. The beautiful one piece ivory grips are carved "FRANK" on right side and "PTG" on left. Full or partial serial number can be found on frame, barrel, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder, wedge and cylinder pin. Barrel has engraving on both sides running past the ends of the New York barrel address. The cylinder has the Naval scene. CONDITION: Barrel is blue-brown patina with flashes of bright blue in recesses. All engraving barrel is scroll type. Frame is engraved in scroll. Hammer is engraved on both sides and top with wolf head design. Minimal engraving on brass trigger guard with 75% original plating. Minimal engraving on backstrap. Case colors have darkened. Cylinder has most of the original nipples and all but one of the safety pins. Cylinder scene is 70% visible and is basically a blue grey patina that some one has wiped some finish over some light salt and pepper texture. Rifling is fairly sharp with some black powder abrasion. Indexes and locks up like new. When going through the book on Colt Engraving, the scrollwork appears to be the work of L.D. Nimschke, who started at Colt in 1850. The period purple velvet lined walnut case includes a Colt brass powder flask with some minor seam repairs, a blued 44R Colt marked bullet mold, tin of Gold Marks percussion caps, nipple wrench with no finish, conical bullets and a period era box of .44 combustible cartridges. Accessories : Ammo, Case, Loading Tools Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .44 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1860 Army Paperwork : No Serial Number: 166465
This spectacular Colt left the factory engraved with ivories as evidenced by the letters "IE" stamped above or below the serial number on frame, barrel, trigger guard and...more backstrap. It is a civilian model not cut for shoulder stock. The beautiful one piece ivory grips are carved "FRANK" on right side and "PTG" on left. Full or partial serial number can be found on frame, barrel, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder, wedge and cylinder pin. Barrel has engraving on both sides running past the ends of the New York barrel address. The cylinder has the Naval scene. CONDITION: Barrel is blue-brown patina with flashes of bright blue in recesses. All engraving barrel is scroll type. Frame is engraved in scroll. Hammer is engraved on both sides and top with wolf head design. Minimal engraving on brass trigger guard with 75% original plating. Minimal engraving on backstrap. Case colors have darkened. Cylinder has most of the original nipples and all but one of the safety pins. Cylinder scene is 70% visible and is basically a blue grey patina that some one has wiped some finish over some light salt and pepper texture. Rifling is fairly sharp with some black powder abrasion. Indexes and locks up like new. When going through the book on Colt Engraving, the scrollwork appears to be the work of L.D. Nimschke, who started at Colt in 1850. The period purple velvet lined walnut case includes a Colt brass powder flask with some minor seam repairs, a blued 44R Colt marked bullet mold, tin of Gold Marks percussion caps, nipple wrench with no finish, conical bullets and a period era box of .44 combustible cartridges. Accessories : Ammo, Case, Loading Tools Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .44 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1860 Army Paperwork : No Serial Number: 166465

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(A) US Colt Cavalry Single Action Army Revolver with Kopec Letter (Lyle/Draper Inspected).

Lot # 268 (Sale Order: 264 of 399)      

Colt factory letter states this gun shipped to U.S. Government Inspector on January 31st, 1877 in a shipment 200 hundreds guns. John Kopec’s letter of 2003 states “This revolver was manufactured during 1877. The Ordnance inspector was Lieutenant David A. Lyle. It was dually sub-inspected by both Lewis Draper (frame) and John T. Cleveland. Two other 7th Cavalry examples are also listed from within this general serial number range. There could therefore be a possibility that the subject revolver could also be a 7th Cavalry example. The Ordnance inspector…had found several revolvers which had a problem with the barrel cylinder alignment. Therefore, some barrels and cylinder are mismatching within this range and/or some completely unnumbered barrels were substitutions. The barrel address is the early Type II without the dashes at either end.” CONDITION: You will find the letters “J”, “T”, “C” and “P” under barrel; “L” and “D” under frame; Grips have been refinished and no longer show any cartouche. “JTC” stamped on cylinder with proof “P”. Gun is basically a smooth, clean, soft grey-chocolate patina. Walnut grips are excellent and slightly shy to metal. All four distinguished clocks. Locks up solid. Well defined bore with a little touch of frosting a couple or corrosion marks. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 34366
Colt factory letter states this gun shipped to U.S. Government Inspector on January 31st, 1877 in a shipment 200 hundreds guns. John Kopec’s letter of 2003 states “This ...morerevolver was manufactured during 1877. The Ordnance inspector was Lieutenant David A. Lyle. It was dually sub-inspected by both Lewis Draper (frame) and John T. Cleveland. Two other 7th Cavalry examples are also listed from within this general serial number range. There could therefore be a possibility that the subject revolver could also be a 7th Cavalry example. The Ordnance inspector…had found several revolvers which had a problem with the barrel cylinder alignment. Therefore, some barrels and cylinder are mismatching within this range and/or some completely unnumbered barrels were substitutions. The barrel address is the early Type II without the dashes at either end.” CONDITION: You will find the letters “J”, “T”, “C” and “P” under barrel; “L” and “D” under frame; Grips have been refinished and no longer show any cartouche. “JTC” stamped on cylinder with proof “P”. Gun is basically a smooth, clean, soft grey-chocolate patina. Walnut grips are excellent and slightly shy to metal. All four distinguished clocks. Locks up solid. Well defined bore with a little touch of frosting a couple or corrosion marks. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 34366

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(A) US Colt Cavalry Single Action Army Revolver with Kopec Letter (Nettleton/Wheeler Inspected).

Lot # 269 (Sale Order: 265 of 399)      

Colt Factory Letter lists this revolver, Serial No. 49517, as shipped August 12th, 1878 to the US Government in a 150 gun shipment. John Kopec’s letter of 2003 makes the following observations: They could not locate this revolver in the National Archive records; it was manufactured in 1878; Ordnance inspector was Captain John. E Greer and was dual sub-inspected by E.C. Wheeler and Henry Nettleton. Wheeler substituted during the illness of Henry Nettleton, hence both stamps. Purportedly Wheeler served but a few weeks as sub-inspector, he is not listed in the US Military Arms Inspector Mark book and is the rarest and hardest to find of all inspected Cavalry revolvers. John also makes note of the remaining nickel plating of which 10-20% remains on revolver, and that this revolver was a buy-back sold as a surplus militia revolver to an arms dealer who had it nickel plated at the time. The “W” for Wheeler is prominently stamped on the frame, cylinder and hammer. “HN” Nettleton stamped will be found on trigger guard, backstrap. Left side is dated 1878 and has “JEG” cartouche for John E. Greer; the right cartouche appears to be double stamped. All metal that does not have nickel remaining is a soft, pleasing chocolate brown patina. Still has donut head ejector. Three line patent dates on frame, barrel legend with no lines. One frame screw is slightly marred. The rifling is well defined with virtually no black powder abrasion but is overall frosted. Indexes and locks up with all four clicks. No “US” stamp on left side of frame, John’s comment on this is that several of the surveyed “HN” revolvers in this series were never stamped “US”; it clearly shows all government inspectors, leaving no doubt it is a military gun and that it was shipped to the US Government. So you have the non-US stamped anomaly with the rarest sub-inspector. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 49517
Colt Factory Letter lists this revolver, Serial No. 49517, as shipped August 12th, 1878 to the US Government in a 150 gun shipment. John Kopec’s letter of 2003 makes the...more following observations: They could not locate this revolver in the National Archive records; it was manufactured in 1878; Ordnance inspector was Captain John. E Greer and was dual sub-inspected by E.C. Wheeler and Henry Nettleton. Wheeler substituted during the illness of Henry Nettleton, hence both stamps. Purportedly Wheeler served but a few weeks as sub-inspector, he is not listed in the US Military Arms Inspector Mark book and is the rarest and hardest to find of all inspected Cavalry revolvers. John also makes note of the remaining nickel plating of which 10-20% remains on revolver, and that this revolver was a buy-back sold as a surplus militia revolver to an arms dealer who had it nickel plated at the time. The “W” for Wheeler is prominently stamped on the frame, cylinder and hammer. “HN” Nettleton stamped will be found on trigger guard, backstrap. Left side is dated 1878 and has “JEG” cartouche for John E. Greer; the right cartouche appears to be double stamped. All metal that does not have nickel remaining is a soft, pleasing chocolate brown patina. Still has donut head ejector. Three line patent dates on frame, barrel legend with no lines. One frame screw is slightly marred. The rifling is well defined with virtually no black powder abrasion but is overall frosted. Indexes and locks up with all four clicks. No “US” stamp on left side of frame, John’s comment on this is that several of the surveyed “HN” revolvers in this series were never stamped “US”; it clearly shows all government inspectors, leaving no doubt it is a military gun and that it was shipped to the US Government. So you have the non-US stamped anomaly with the rarest sub-inspector. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 49517

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(A) US Colt Cavalry Single Action Army Revolver with Kopec Letter (Ainsworth Inspected).

Lot # 270 (Sale Order: 266 of 399)      

This is the earliest US Colt Cavalry revolver of the collection. It was manufactured during 1874, inspected by O.W. Ainsworth and originated from within Lot No. 8 (No. 7528-8652). These revolvers were issued to the 5th, 8th and 9th Cavalries 1874 to 1875. John could not locate this serial number in the National Archives but speculates 5th Cavalry due to the identified revolvers in this range. He also notes that the cylinder is numbered with a partial number “8726” with “C” sub-inspection stamp for A.P. Casey, therefore this cylinder originated from the 1875 manufactured revolver No. 18726 indicating a field mix during the time in service. The grips of this revolver appear to be totally original but could not be removed because of being rusted tightly to the backstrap. Revolver was found to be in non-functioning condition and in need of mechanical repairs with denting to forward area of trigger guard. A cleverly carved dimensional box is carved into the right grip and the left grip has old kill marks which were partially removed. Overall the revolver sports a dark brown, natural patina with traces of military finish. All markings are original except grip cartouches are no longer visible. This revolver has donut head ejector and US stamp on left frame. Ainsworth “A” is fond stamped on the barrel, trigger guard, backstrap. Casey “C” stamp on cylinder. Grips are chipped at toe. Frame screws are slightly marred as is the cylinder release pin. Grips are chipped at three toes. Two line patent address and slanted barrel address with crosses. Front sight slightly shortened. Does not have all four clicks but does lock up and index. Muzzle is slightly rounded from holster use. Bore is surprisingly clean with sharp rifling and just a hint of black powder abrasion. Grips appear to have a few white paint speckles that could easily be removed on left panel. For whatever reason, this revolver comes with a period Slim Jim holster, not maker marked, border tooled and open toe. Back of which also has a few white paint specks which would indicate the holster has been with the revolver a long time and was laying with its back exposed. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 7563
This is the earliest US Colt Cavalry revolver of the collection. It was manufactured during 1874, inspected by O.W. Ainsworth and originated from within Lot No. 8 (No. 7...more528-8652). These revolvers were issued to the 5th, 8th and 9th Cavalries 1874 to 1875. John could not locate this serial number in the National Archives but speculates 5th Cavalry due to the identified revolvers in this range. He also notes that the cylinder is numbered with a partial number “8726” with “C” sub-inspection stamp for A.P. Casey, therefore this cylinder originated from the 1875 manufactured revolver No. 18726 indicating a field mix during the time in service. The grips of this revolver appear to be totally original but could not be removed because of being rusted tightly to the backstrap. Revolver was found to be in non-functioning condition and in need of mechanical repairs with denting to forward area of trigger guard. A cleverly carved dimensional box is carved into the right grip and the left grip has old kill marks which were partially removed. Overall the revolver sports a dark brown, natural patina with traces of military finish. All markings are original except grip cartouches are no longer visible. This revolver has donut head ejector and US stamp on left frame. Ainsworth “A” is fond stamped on the barrel, trigger guard, backstrap. Casey “C” stamp on cylinder. Grips are chipped at toe. Frame screws are slightly marred as is the cylinder release pin. Grips are chipped at three toes. Two line patent address and slanted barrel address with crosses. Front sight slightly shortened. Does not have all four clicks but does lock up and index. Muzzle is slightly rounded from holster use. Bore is surprisingly clean with sharp rifling and just a hint of black powder abrasion. Grips appear to have a few white paint speckles that could easily be removed on left panel. For whatever reason, this revolver comes with a period Slim Jim holster, not maker marked, border tooled and open toe. Back of which also has a few white paint specks which would indicate the holster has been with the revolver a long time and was laying with its back exposed. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 7563

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(A) US Colt Cavalry Single Action Army Revolver with Kopec Letter (Clark Inspected).

Lot # 271 (Sale Order: 267 of 399)      

The Kopec letter of 2015 lists this revolver as having been Ordnance inspected by Lieutenant David A. Lyle and during the entire 1880’s period by David F. Clark; he could not locate this serial number in the National Archives. Since this revolver was shipped from Colt’s on April 4th, 1880 he looked for records of shipments from April of 1880, there were no issues until May 24th when the State of Florida received 50 revolvers. In 1881, 1,112 revolvers were issued to various other states. He comments that this fine revolver sports the aging Henry Nettleton barrel address that was on its last leg and was superseded with a die that became standard throughout the 1880’s. This is one of the few revolvers to have the double lines under the “O” of “Co”. The “DFC” stamps of David Clark can be found on the barrel, frame, right grip panel and cylinder. Left grip is stamped “1880” with “DAL” in oval for David A. Lyle. Right panel in rectangle with “DFC” for David Clark. Has the donut ejector. There is still some brilliant blue in housing recess. Barrel is gun metal grey with razor sharp legends. Cylinder has flashes of blue in flutes but is basically a blue-grey patina. Frame is stamped “US”. Screws are near perfect retaining some original nitre blue. Frame colors have darkened out to a grey-brown patina. Nice case colors evident on hammer. Colt barrel legend is sharp with no lines. Indexes and locks up like a vault. Rifling exhibits sharp lands and slightly frosted grooves, but sharp. Screws are near perfect. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 55287
The Kopec letter of 2015 lists this revolver as having been Ordnance inspected by Lieutenant David A. Lyle and during the entire 1880’s period by David F. Clark; he could...more not locate this serial number in the National Archives. Since this revolver was shipped from Colt’s on April 4th, 1880 he looked for records of shipments from April of 1880, there were no issues until May 24th when the State of Florida received 50 revolvers. In 1881, 1,112 revolvers were issued to various other states. He comments that this fine revolver sports the aging Henry Nettleton barrel address that was on its last leg and was superseded with a die that became standard throughout the 1880’s. This is one of the few revolvers to have the double lines under the “O” of “Co”. The “DFC” stamps of David Clark can be found on the barrel, frame, right grip panel and cylinder. Left grip is stamped “1880” with “DAL” in oval for David A. Lyle. Right panel in rectangle with “DFC” for David Clark. Has the donut ejector. There is still some brilliant blue in housing recess. Barrel is gun metal grey with razor sharp legends. Cylinder has flashes of blue in flutes but is basically a blue-grey patina. Frame is stamped “US”. Screws are near perfect retaining some original nitre blue. Frame colors have darkened out to a grey-brown patina. Nice case colors evident on hammer. Colt barrel legend is sharp with no lines. Indexes and locks up like a vault. Rifling exhibits sharp lands and slightly frosted grooves, but sharp. Screws are near perfect. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 55287

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(A) 1st Year Production Inscribed Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver (1860).

Lot # 272 (Sale Order: 268 of 399)      

First year fluted Army with 8” round barrel, German silver front sight and hand engraved “Saml Colt” address. Left side of frame has tiny “COLTS PATENT” and the silver-plated trigger guard and back strap contain a beautiful, solid, one piece ivory grip with the serial number in two places in the back strap channel. The back strap is inscribed in period script “T.K. Jackson U.S.A.”. This revolver was either presented to or purchased by Jackson when still a US Army officer, and carried by him after he resigned his commission and served in the Army of the Confederacy. This being the very earliest model, the outside of the cylinder does not have the patent date or serial number. Serial number is on the rear face of the cylinder between two of the nipples. It also has the serial number on the left side of the rammer handle. It additionally has inspector’s initials “JT” on the butt strap with a “T” on various other parts, including the bottom of the grip. The cylinder was double struck with “TT”. These marks are for the inspector John Taylor, who only inspected 1860 revolvers from 1861-1862. Accompanied by seven page letter by noted Colt researcher, historian and author R.L. Wilson detailing much of the above information. Mr. Wilson speculates that Mr. Jackson was someone of importance or had connections at the Colt plant in order to obtain one of the very first 1860 Army revolvers produced, with the hand engraved “Saml Colt” address and inscribed back strap. Mr. Wilson states that this revolver is a hand-built specimen as were most of the very earliest of each Model Colt revolver. Mr. Wilson thought so highly of this earliest of Models 1860 that he featured the back strap inscription of this revolver in color on page 155 of "The Colt Engraving Book Volume I", Wilson. Mr. Wilson, in his letter, speculates that this revolver could not have been delivered any later than April 15, 1861 and was likely delivered late in 1860. Thomas K. Jackson was born in South Carolina and appointed to West Point for the Class of 1848. He attended West Point from July 1, 1844 until July 1, 1848, graduating 25th in his class. He was promoted to 2nd Lt. in the 5th Infantry and served throughout the south and southwest, being promoted to 1st Lt. in 1855. He was an instructor at West Point from December 1857 to January 1858 and returned to frontier duty until 1861 when he resigned his commission and joined the Confederate army. It appears that Jackson became a captain in the commissary department under General Albert Johnston where he served at various postings until his unit, under Gen. Buckner, surrendered at Ft. Donelson, Tennessee. Apparently he remained a prisoner until the end of the war, after which he has been shown to have been a farmer and merchant in Gainesville, Alabama after 1866. PROVENANCE: Charles Radcliffe Collection. CONDITION: Fine to very fine, all matching including wedge, rammer, hammer and grip. Metal retains an even light gray patina overall, having been cleaned a long time ago. Cylinder has traces of gold wash in the cylinder stop notches. Four of the six safety pins are intact. Frame retains traces of smokey case colors in the sheltered areas, otherwise is a light gray patina also. Grip frame retains about 80% original silver plating with light pimpling on the butt strap and loose silver-plating with dark patina on the back strap. Grips have a couple of age lines and a very old scratch near the frame and a minuscule chip at the heel. They are a beautiful light “streaky” mellow gold color. Strong bright bore with moderate pitting. From the collection of Jason Roselius. Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .44 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1860 Army Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 104
First year fluted Army with 8” round barrel, German silver front sight and hand engraved “Saml Colt” address. Left side of frame has tiny “COLTS PATENT” and the silver-pl...moreated trigger guard and back strap contain a beautiful, solid, one piece ivory grip with the serial number in two places in the back strap channel. The back strap is inscribed in period script “T.K. Jackson U.S.A.”. This revolver was either presented to or purchased by Jackson when still a US Army officer, and carried by him after he resigned his commission and served in the Army of the Confederacy. This being the very earliest model, the outside of the cylinder does not have the patent date or serial number. Serial number is on the rear face of the cylinder between two of the nipples. It also has the serial number on the left side of the rammer handle. It additionally has inspector’s initials “JT” on the butt strap with a “T” on various other parts, including the bottom of the grip. The cylinder was double struck with “TT”. These marks are for the inspector John Taylor, who only inspected 1860 revolvers from 1861-1862. Accompanied by seven page letter by noted Colt researcher, historian and author R.L. Wilson detailing much of the above information. Mr. Wilson speculates that Mr. Jackson was someone of importance or had connections at the Colt plant in order to obtain one of the very first 1860 Army revolvers produced, with the hand engraved “Saml Colt” address and inscribed back strap. Mr. Wilson states that this revolver is a hand-built specimen as were most of the very earliest of each Model Colt revolver. Mr. Wilson thought so highly of this earliest of Models 1860 that he featured the back strap inscription of this revolver in color on page 155 of "The Colt Engraving Book Volume I", Wilson. Mr. Wilson, in his letter, speculates that this revolver could not have been delivered any later than April 15, 1861 and was likely delivered late in 1860. Thomas K. Jackson was born in South Carolina and appointed to West Point for the Class of 1848. He attended West Point from July 1, 1844 until July 1, 1848, graduating 25th in his class. He was promoted to 2nd Lt. in the 5th Infantry and served throughout the south and southwest, being promoted to 1st Lt. in 1855. He was an instructor at West Point from December 1857 to January 1858 and returned to frontier duty until 1861 when he resigned his commission and joined the Confederate army. It appears that Jackson became a captain in the commissary department under General Albert Johnston where he served at various postings until his unit, under Gen. Buckner, surrendered at Ft. Donelson, Tennessee. Apparently he remained a prisoner until the end of the war, after which he has been shown to have been a farmer and merchant in Gainesville, Alabama after 1866. PROVENANCE: Charles Radcliffe Collection. CONDITION: Fine to very fine, all matching including wedge, rammer, hammer and grip. Metal retains an even light gray patina overall, having been cleaned a long time ago. Cylinder has traces of gold wash in the cylinder stop notches. Four of the six safety pins are intact. Frame retains traces of smokey case colors in the sheltered areas, otherwise is a light gray patina also. Grip frame retains about 80% original silver plating with light pimpling on the butt strap and loose silver-plating with dark patina on the back strap. Grips have a couple of age lines and a very old scratch near the frame and a minuscule chip at the heel. They are a beautiful light “streaky” mellow gold color. Strong bright bore with moderate pitting. From the collection of Jason Roselius. Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .44 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1860 Army Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 104

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(A) Cased Set of Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolvers.

Lot # 273 (Sale Order: 269 of 399)      

Two identical revolvers with octagon barrels, brass pin front sights and two line New York City addresses, one with dashes and one with serifs. Both have five shot cylinders with rolled stagecoach holdup scenes and have “COLTS PATENT” on left sides of frames. Both have silver plated brass trigger guards and back straps with varnished one piece walnut grips. This fine set of revolvers is accompanied by an extremely rare purple velvet lined Colt mahogany double casing with early style fluted or beveled lid with mortised brass lock and shield shaped escutcheon. Interior is compartmented for the two revolvers, a double sided E Pluribus Unum eagle flask, a blued “COLT’S PATENT” two cavity bullet mold with sprue cutter, marked on right side “31 PKT”, an L-shaped nipple wrench, two packets of combustible cartridges and a sealed, lacquered tin of Eley Bros. caps. Left front compartment has cast lead bullets and balls. While the 1849 Pocket Model was Colt’s most prolific percussion revolver, and they are occasionally found with high condition, sometimes even cased, a double casing is one of the ultimate rarities. PROVENANCE: Formerly in the collections of: Wm Locke; James Ellwood Jones; Leon “Red” Jackson; Dr. Robert A. Bettis; Jason Roselius. CONDITION: (A) Serial number 72263. Extremely fine, all matching except wedge which is numbered “3047” and also has had the last four digits of this serial number added. Barrel retains about 98% strong original factory blue with only faint sharp edge wear and very slight muzzle edge wear only on each side flat. Rammer and handle retain most of their original case colors, brilliant on the pivot. Frame and hammer retain brilliant case colors on the sides with top edge of hammer moderately faded. Cylinder retains about 95% strong original blue with some light flaking and light front edge wear, with all five safety pins crisp. Trigger guard and backstrap retain virtually all of their factory original silver plating with some minor roughness on front strap. Grip is crisp with only a couple of minor nicks and retains about 99% strong original factory varnish. Crisp mechanics, brilliant shiny bore, may be unfired. Case has a small repair in the lid with minor storage and handling marks and retains about all of an old wiped on finish. Interior is crisp and clean showing little or no wear. Flask, mold and nipple wrench are extremely fine plus, retaining virtually all of their orig factory finish. Cap box and cartridge packets are equally new. (B) Serial number 18621. Fine to very fine, all matching except rammer handle which is numbered “8764”. Barrel retains about 90% strong original blue with muzzle and sharp edge wear. Rammer and handle retain dark case colors, stronger on the pivot. Frame retains dark case colors on left side with faded smoky colors on right side, with gray recoil shields. Cylinder retains 20-25% thin original blue with balance a blue-grey patina and overall retains 96-98% stagecoach holdup scene, with three of the five safety pins prominent. Trigger guard and backstrap retain virtually all of their original silver plating. Grip is sound with minor nicks and scratches and retains about all of its original factory varnish. Mechanics are fine, strong bright bore with fine pitting about mid-point. From the collection of Jason Roselius. Accessories : Wooden case, powder flask, bullet mold, tool, caps & cartridges Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .31 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1849 Pocket Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: (A) 72263 (B) 18621
Two identical revolvers with octagon barrels, brass pin front sights and two line New York City addresses, one with dashes and one with serifs. Both have five shot cylind...moreers with rolled stagecoach holdup scenes and have “COLTS PATENT” on left sides of frames. Both have silver plated brass trigger guards and back straps with varnished one piece walnut grips. This fine set of revolvers is accompanied by an extremely rare purple velvet lined Colt mahogany double casing with early style fluted or beveled lid with mortised brass lock and shield shaped escutcheon. Interior is compartmented for the two revolvers, a double sided E Pluribus Unum eagle flask, a blued “COLT’S PATENT” two cavity bullet mold with sprue cutter, marked on right side “31 PKT”, an L-shaped nipple wrench, two packets of combustible cartridges and a sealed, lacquered tin of Eley Bros. caps. Left front compartment has cast lead bullets and balls. While the 1849 Pocket Model was Colt’s most prolific percussion revolver, and they are occasionally found with high condition, sometimes even cased, a double casing is one of the ultimate rarities. PROVENANCE: Formerly in the collections of: Wm Locke; James Ellwood Jones; Leon “Red” Jackson; Dr. Robert A. Bettis; Jason Roselius. CONDITION: (A) Serial number 72263. Extremely fine, all matching except wedge which is numbered “3047” and also has had the last four digits of this serial number added. Barrel retains about 98% strong original factory blue with only faint sharp edge wear and very slight muzzle edge wear only on each side flat. Rammer and handle retain most of their original case colors, brilliant on the pivot. Frame and hammer retain brilliant case colors on the sides with top edge of hammer moderately faded. Cylinder retains about 95% strong original blue with some light flaking and light front edge wear, with all five safety pins crisp. Trigger guard and backstrap retain virtually all of their factory original silver plating with some minor roughness on front strap. Grip is crisp with only a couple of minor nicks and retains about 99% strong original factory varnish. Crisp mechanics, brilliant shiny bore, may be unfired. Case has a small repair in the lid with minor storage and handling marks and retains about all of an old wiped on finish. Interior is crisp and clean showing little or no wear. Flask, mold and nipple wrench are extremely fine plus, retaining virtually all of their orig factory finish. Cap box and cartridge packets are equally new. (B) Serial number 18621. Fine to very fine, all matching except rammer handle which is numbered “8764”. Barrel retains about 90% strong original blue with muzzle and sharp edge wear. Rammer and handle retain dark case colors, stronger on the pivot. Frame retains dark case colors on left side with faded smoky colors on right side, with gray recoil shields. Cylinder retains 20-25% thin original blue with balance a blue-grey patina and overall retains 96-98% stagecoach holdup scene, with three of the five safety pins prominent. Trigger guard and backstrap retain virtually all of their original silver plating. Grip is sound with minor nicks and scratches and retains about all of its original factory varnish. Mechanics are fine, strong bright bore with fine pitting about mid-point. From the collection of Jason Roselius. Accessories : Wooden case, powder flask, bullet mold, tool, caps & cartridges Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .31 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1849 Pocket Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: (A) 72263 (B) 18621

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(A) High Condition Early Colt Single Action Army Revolver (1875).

Lot # 274 (Sale Order: 270 of 399)      

Are you old enough to remember the Miata craze or the 1973 Dirty Harry Smith & Wesson Model 29 craze? That is exactly the same scenario that Colt experienced when they introduced the Model P Single Action Army revolver. If you add up total production figures of the first three years of Colt Single Action Army shipments to the Government, as opposed to the small amount of arms available to the general public, this scenario created just such a craze, it being nearly impossible to get what many considered the most advanced handgun to ever be offered. It seemed as if everyone wanted one of the new Colt Army's, but very few made it to the civilian market. When subtracting military orders from total orders, this revolver approximately the second hundred to be sold into the civilian trade in the first two years alone. The vast majority of the civilian revolvers were identical to those being ordered by the Government with the exception of having a better finish and varnished walnut stocks. This revolver was shipped on June 10th, 1875 to Joseph C. Grubb, a large distributor in Philadelphia. The letter lists only the serial number, caliber and finish (blue) in an 18 gun shipment (not necessarily all Colt Single Action Armies). Letter also indicates 7-1/2" barrel length and walnut stocks were standard issue at the time, and their reference to blue finish meant blue and case colored. This example has remained in excellent all original condition. Features six shot, single action, blue and case colored finish, screw-in black powder frame, donut head style ejector, varnished walnut stocks and fire blue screws. One line barrel address, two line left frame patent dates, and the only indication of caliber is stamped "45 CAL" on rear left trigger bow. There is also a small "M" stamped into top of left grip panel, its meaning unknown. Full or partial matching serial number on frame, barrel, trigger guard, backstrap and cylinder. CONDITION: The barrel is basically a soft, clean patina with an unadulterated front sight. Ejector housing retains 40% original blue, simply blending. Trigger guard has bright blue in protected areas with balance a soft, silver patina. Backstrap has bright blue at base and top. Cylinder has 50% blue mixing patina with bright blue in the flutes. The frame has traces of original case colors and the hammer colors are quite bright. Frame screws retain 80% or better of their high polish nitre blue and remain true, the same can be said for the trigger guard screws; in fact, the only screw with damage is the lock screw for the cylinder pin which had to be taken down every time you cleaned the gun. The beautiful walnut grips retain the majority of their original varnish with usual handling marks and fit with precision. Four full Colt clicks index and lock the cylinder tight. Bore exhibits razor sharp defined lands with somewhat frosted grooves and a minute bit of black powder abrasion. It is extremely difficult to find a civilian Single Action Army from this time frame, it is even harder to find one that appears to be as crisp and unadulterated as this fine example with enough wear to ponder what history has been seen or made by this handgun. An iconic weapon in superb condition. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 16606
Are you old enough to remember the Miata craze or the 1973 Dirty Harry Smith & Wesson Model 29 craze? That is exactly the same scenario that Colt experienced when they i...morentroduced the Model P Single Action Army revolver. If you add up total production figures of the first three years of Colt Single Action Army shipments to the Government, as opposed to the small amount of arms available to the general public, this scenario created just such a craze, it being nearly impossible to get what many considered the most advanced handgun to ever be offered. It seemed as if everyone wanted one of the new Colt Army's, but very few made it to the civilian market. When subtracting military orders from total orders, this revolver approximately the second hundred to be sold into the civilian trade in the first two years alone. The vast majority of the civilian revolvers were identical to those being ordered by the Government with the exception of having a better finish and varnished walnut stocks. This revolver was shipped on June 10th, 1875 to Joseph C. Grubb, a large distributor in Philadelphia. The letter lists only the serial number, caliber and finish (blue) in an 18 gun shipment (not necessarily all Colt Single Action Armies). Letter also indicates 7-1/2" barrel length and walnut stocks were standard issue at the time, and their reference to blue finish meant blue and case colored. This example has remained in excellent all original condition. Features six shot, single action, blue and case colored finish, screw-in black powder frame, donut head style ejector, varnished walnut stocks and fire blue screws. One line barrel address, two line left frame patent dates, and the only indication of caliber is stamped "45 CAL" on rear left trigger bow. There is also a small "M" stamped into top of left grip panel, its meaning unknown. Full or partial matching serial number on frame, barrel, trigger guard, backstrap and cylinder. CONDITION: The barrel is basically a soft, clean patina with an unadulterated front sight. Ejector housing retains 40% original blue, simply blending. Trigger guard has bright blue in protected areas with balance a soft, silver patina. Backstrap has bright blue at base and top. Cylinder has 50% blue mixing patina with bright blue in the flutes. The frame has traces of original case colors and the hammer colors are quite bright. Frame screws retain 80% or better of their high polish nitre blue and remain true, the same can be said for the trigger guard screws; in fact, the only screw with damage is the lock screw for the cylinder pin which had to be taken down every time you cleaned the gun. The beautiful walnut grips retain the majority of their original varnish with usual handling marks and fit with precision. Four full Colt clicks index and lock the cylinder tight. Bore exhibits razor sharp defined lands with somewhat frosted grooves and a minute bit of black powder abrasion. It is extremely difficult to find a civilian Single Action Army from this time frame, it is even harder to find one that appears to be as crisp and unadulterated as this fine example with enough wear to ponder what history has been seen or made by this handgun. An iconic weapon in superb condition. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 16606

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(A) Historic London Colt Carved Ivory-Handled Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver (1855).

Lot # 275 (Sale Order: 271 of 399)      

Offered is an London 1851 Navy Second Model that features the large oval steel trigger and backstrap. Inscribed on the backstrap "1855 Maharaja Yeshwant Rao Holkar". The carved ivory rips feature the Maharaja on the right side and his wife on the left side. Features the London address octagon barrel, roll engraved Naval battle scene cylinder, all original nipples. British proofs on left barrel flat and on each chamber of cylinder. Revolver features full or partial matching numbers on the frame, barrel, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder, cylinder pin, loading lever and wedge. CONDITION: Barrel retains approximately 70% of the original London high polish blue factory finish, balance simply flaked mixing with soft patina. Razor sharp edges and legends. Three safety pins still protrude. Loading lever has traces of case colors, balance soft grey patina. Cylinder retains approximately 60% of the bright factory blue finish. Steel straps are basically gun metal grey. Frame retains approximately 80% original case colors, not brilliant but almost all there. Generous color on hammer. Grips have shrunk slightly, have beautiful color and incredible carvings. Bore exhibits razor sharp lands and grooves. Indexes and locks up like a new gun. Revolver comes with a copy of a story about this gun, along with pictures by Paul C. Mitchell where he discusses the grandson of the original Maharaja Rao Holkar who was still living in the palace when Paul visited. When he first viewed these revolvers, he was visiting the grandson when he first saw this Colt at the armory in the palace in Indore. Paul obtained this revolver through a friend, who was Chief of Bureau of associated press in New Dehli, who obtained the gun from Yeshwant who stated it belonged to his grandfather. Paul spent years pursuing this gun from his friend who was then working in Cuba who eventually sold it to him. Apparently the carvings of the Maharaja and the Maharani were carved by an ivory worker in the old city of Indore. He talks about a case that is no longer with the gun. Apparently the old Armorer that had been in service for the last three Maharajas inscribed the backstrap. This article will be included. The Holkar dynasty was a Hindu Maratha royal house in India. The Holkars ruled as Maratha Rajas, and later as Maharajas of Indore in Central India as an independent member of the Maratha Empire until 1818. Later, their kingdom became a princely state under the protectorate of British India. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .36 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1851 Navy Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 35594
Offered is an London 1851 Navy Second Model that features the large oval steel trigger and backstrap. Inscribed on the backstrap "1855 Maharaja Yeshwant Rao Holkar". Th...moree carved ivory rips feature the Maharaja on the right side and his wife on the left side. Features the London address octagon barrel, roll engraved Naval battle scene cylinder, all original nipples. British proofs on left barrel flat and on each chamber of cylinder. Revolver features full or partial matching numbers on the frame, barrel, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder, cylinder pin, loading lever and wedge. CONDITION: Barrel retains approximately 70% of the original London high polish blue factory finish, balance simply flaked mixing with soft patina. Razor sharp edges and legends. Three safety pins still protrude. Loading lever has traces of case colors, balance soft grey patina. Cylinder retains approximately 60% of the bright factory blue finish. Steel straps are basically gun metal grey. Frame retains approximately 80% original case colors, not brilliant but almost all there. Generous color on hammer. Grips have shrunk slightly, have beautiful color and incredible carvings. Bore exhibits razor sharp lands and grooves. Indexes and locks up like a new gun. Revolver comes with a copy of a story about this gun, along with pictures by Paul C. Mitchell where he discusses the grandson of the original Maharaja Rao Holkar who was still living in the palace when Paul visited. When he first viewed these revolvers, he was visiting the grandson when he first saw this Colt at the armory in the palace in Indore. Paul obtained this revolver through a friend, who was Chief of Bureau of associated press in New Dehli, who obtained the gun from Yeshwant who stated it belonged to his grandfather. Paul spent years pursuing this gun from his friend who was then working in Cuba who eventually sold it to him. Apparently the carvings of the Maharaja and the Maharani were carved by an ivory worker in the old city of Indore. He talks about a case that is no longer with the gun. Apparently the old Armorer that had been in service for the last three Maharajas inscribed the backstrap. This article will be included. The Holkar dynasty was a Hindu Maratha royal house in India. The Holkars ruled as Maratha Rajas, and later as Maharajas of Indore in Central India as an independent member of the Maratha Empire until 1818. Later, their kingdom became a princely state under the protectorate of British India. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .36 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1851 Navy Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 35594

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(A) Outstanding Factory Nickel Colt Single Action Army Revolver (1881).

Lot # 276 (Sale Order: 272 of 399)      

It is extremely difficult to imagine that a Colt Single Action Army manufactured in 1881 could survive in nearly unfired condition after nearly 140 years. This factory nickel black powder frame Colt was produced in full factory nickel in 1881 and features full or partial matching numbers on frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder and barrel. Frame has three line patent address. CONDITION: Nickel finish has taken on a soft, cloudy appearance and has never been polished. A few usual handling marks on nickel, but very minor. Barrel legend is razor sharp. Inside of chambers show virtually no signs of having been fired. Cylinder shows only light burn from having been fired once or twice. All surface contacts to frame are sharp. Very light drag line. One noticeable are of bubbling and flaking on left side of frame at rear screw, exposing raw metal. Some minor bubbling at left forward part of frame. A few minor freckles and a light flaked area on left side of muzzle. Front sight remains true. Screw heads are sharp. The one piece walnut grips retain most of the varnish with typical wear at base and are slightly undersized by simple shrinkage, which is most likely the case given the otherwise near mint condition of the revolver. Index and lock-up is as new. Bore exhibits razor sharp edges with slightly frosted grooves. This has to be one of the best early, black powder frame Armies extant. This gun was produced at a time on the Western Frontier that every cowboy whose life was on the line and could afford it, wanted the new Peacemaker. There is no factory letter but there should be, for if it was shipped to a Western destination or personage, its value would soar. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : No Serial Number: 72457 CORRECTION: After further inspection, gun is believed to be a possible factory refinish.
It is extremely difficult to imagine that a Colt Single Action Army manufactured in 1881 could survive in nearly unfired condition after nearly 140 years. This factory n...moreickel black powder frame Colt was produced in full factory nickel in 1881 and features full or partial matching numbers on frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder and barrel. Frame has three line patent address. CONDITION: Nickel finish has taken on a soft, cloudy appearance and has never been polished. A few usual handling marks on nickel, but very minor. Barrel legend is razor sharp. Inside of chambers show virtually no signs of having been fired. Cylinder shows only light burn from having been fired once or twice. All surface contacts to frame are sharp. Very light drag line. One noticeable are of bubbling and flaking on left side of frame at rear screw, exposing raw metal. Some minor bubbling at left forward part of frame. A few minor freckles and a light flaked area on left side of muzzle. Front sight remains true. Screw heads are sharp. The one piece walnut grips retain most of the varnish with typical wear at base and are slightly undersized by simple shrinkage, which is most likely the case given the otherwise near mint condition of the revolver. Index and lock-up is as new. Bore exhibits razor sharp edges with slightly frosted grooves. This has to be one of the best early, black powder frame Armies extant. This gun was produced at a time on the Western Frontier that every cowboy whose life was on the line and could afford it, wanted the new Peacemaker. There is no factory letter but there should be, for if it was shipped to a Western destination or personage, its value would soar. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : No Serial Number: 72457 CORRECTION: After further inspection, gun is believed to be a possible factory refinish.

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(A) Factory Engraved Colt English Hartford Dragoon Percussion Revolver Serial Number 43..

Lot # 277 (Sale Order: 273 of 399)      

After Col, Colt's 1851 Crystal palace exhibition experience he decided to start additional manufacture of his firearms in England. The first Dragoons were made in 1853 through 1857. This was just in time for the Crimean war and its economic influx into the English economy. It is believed most all of the Dragoon primary parts were manufacture in Harford and fitted and finished in England. Several variations exist either being 2nd model or 3rd model Dragoons with a number of different markings and finishes. this example serial number 43 is a 3rd model with 7 1/2 inch barrel, walnut grips and factory engraving. Cylinder is rolled with the Ranger and Indian scene and is numbered "43" and has rectangular cylinder stops. The barrel is engraved in scroll and vine with flower petals and additional coverage on rammer and bordered at muzzle. Top of barrel is engraved "Colt's Patent' and numbered at bottom. The frame is English engraved with the same vine and scroll on both sides and rear of recoil shield. 'Colt's Patent" in engraved in a ribbon on left side and is numbered properly on bottom. Trigger guard and back strap are engraved in same manner with typical coverage and are numbered properly as well. English proofs are found on cylinder and left barrel flat forward of wedge. With a total production estimated at 700 the Colt Harford English Dragoons are considered one of the rarest variation of the Colt percussion revolver. Provenance, Former George Vliek collection, former Howard Resnick collection. CONDITION. Very good overall. Gun is a very even plum brown patina with crisp and legible markings. The cylinder scene very strong. All six safety pins are intact on rear of cylinder. All parts are numbers matching with exception of the unnumbered wedge which appears to be a period Colt replacement and is missing wedge spring. One piece walnut grips have no legible number bet are full sized and fit very well and appear to be original to the gun. The hammer screw and the wedge screw are replaced but match the overall finish and condition and are likely period replacements. the bore is slightly dark with very strong rifling. The action is in proper working order. TDW Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Dragoon Paperwork : No Serial Number: 43
After Col, Colt's 1851 Crystal palace exhibition experience he decided to start additional manufacture of his firearms in England. The first Dragoons were made in 1853 th...morerough 1857. This was just in time for the Crimean war and its economic influx into the English economy. It is believed most all of the Dragoon primary parts were manufacture in Harford and fitted and finished in England. Several variations exist either being 2nd model or 3rd model Dragoons with a number of different markings and finishes. this example serial number 43 is a 3rd model with 7 1/2 inch barrel, walnut grips and factory engraving. Cylinder is rolled with the Ranger and Indian scene and is numbered "43" and has rectangular cylinder stops. The barrel is engraved in scroll and vine with flower petals and additional coverage on rammer and bordered at muzzle. Top of barrel is engraved "Colt's Patent' and numbered at bottom. The frame is English engraved with the same vine and scroll on both sides and rear of recoil shield. 'Colt's Patent" in engraved in a ribbon on left side and is numbered properly on bottom. Trigger guard and back strap are engraved in same manner with typical coverage and are numbered properly as well. English proofs are found on cylinder and left barrel flat forward of wedge. With a total production estimated at 700 the Colt Harford English Dragoons are considered one of the rarest variation of the Colt percussion revolver. Provenance, Former George Vliek collection, former Howard Resnick collection. CONDITION. Very good overall. Gun is a very even plum brown patina with crisp and legible markings. The cylinder scene very strong. All six safety pins are intact on rear of cylinder. All parts are numbers matching with exception of the unnumbered wedge which appears to be a period Colt replacement and is missing wedge spring. One piece walnut grips have no legible number bet are full sized and fit very well and appear to be original to the gun. The hammer screw and the wedge screw are replaced but match the overall finish and condition and are likely period replacements. the bore is slightly dark with very strong rifling. The action is in proper working order. TDW Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Dragoon Paperwork : No Serial Number: 43

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(A) US Stamped Colt Single Action Army Calvary Revolver (1884).

Lot # 278 (Sale Order: 274 of 399)      

This cavalry revolver has the three line patent date on left side and is stamped "US". All matching serial numbers on frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder and barrel. Left grip is dated 1884 and has Frank Heath inspector cartouche in oval. Right grip has visible but not readable but should be "DFC" for David Clarke. The "DFC" stamp can be found on the bottom of the barrel with "P", on frame and cylinder. Assembly number "787" on loading gate. Colt address and patent date legends are sharp. Has the early bullseye ejector head. Lovely one piece walnut grips. All screws heads are straight. Gun is basically a rich, smooth brown patina. All four Colt clicks and lines up. Barrel has strong, well defined rifling with minor abrasion. Comes with a Colt factory letter that shows it was shipped on January 1885 in 200 guns to the United States Government. Also comes with a John Kopec letter where he states "This revolver was manufactured during the latter part of 1884. It was Ordnance inspected by Captain Frank Heath. sub-inspector was David F. Clarke." He could not find the revolver in the National Archives. There were 1,000 Frank Heath Ordnance revolvers inspected in 1884 in two lots of 500 units, November 7th and December 4th, this gun was included in one of these two lots. In looking over this revolver we find that it is original as far as all markings, in sharp condition having never been buffed or polished. Revolver has been nicely browned over its entire surface. Markings are distinct. Grips display an outstanding example of Captain Frank Heath's Ordnance cartouche. He further notes that since factory states shipment on January 7th, this was a hold over, or that the new year date stamp in house at the time to stamp "1885". Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Calvary Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 114210
This cavalry revolver has the three line patent date on left side and is stamped "US". All matching serial numbers on frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder and barre...morel. Left grip is dated 1884 and has Frank Heath inspector cartouche in oval. Right grip has visible but not readable but should be "DFC" for David Clarke. The "DFC" stamp can be found on the bottom of the barrel with "P", on frame and cylinder. Assembly number "787" on loading gate. Colt address and patent date legends are sharp. Has the early bullseye ejector head. Lovely one piece walnut grips. All screws heads are straight. Gun is basically a rich, smooth brown patina. All four Colt clicks and lines up. Barrel has strong, well defined rifling with minor abrasion. Comes with a Colt factory letter that shows it was shipped on January 1885 in 200 guns to the United States Government. Also comes with a John Kopec letter where he states "This revolver was manufactured during the latter part of 1884. It was Ordnance inspected by Captain Frank Heath. sub-inspector was David F. Clarke." He could not find the revolver in the National Archives. There were 1,000 Frank Heath Ordnance revolvers inspected in 1884 in two lots of 500 units, November 7th and December 4th, this gun was included in one of these two lots. In looking over this revolver we find that it is original as far as all markings, in sharp condition having never been buffed or polished. Revolver has been nicely browned over its entire surface. Markings are distinct. Grips display an outstanding example of Captain Frank Heath's Ordnance cartouche. He further notes that since factory states shipment on January 7th, this was a hold over, or that the new year date stamp in house at the time to stamp "1885". Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Calvary Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 114210

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(A) New York Engraved & Silver Plated Colt Single Action Army Revolver (1884).

Lot # 279 (Sale Order: 275 of 399)      

Factory letter states this revolver was shipped as a .45 caliber with 4-3/4" barrel, soft finish and rubber grips to Hartley & Graham, New York on January 15th, 1885. The letter also remarks "The word "soft" which appears with the finish indicates subject revolver was shipped without final finishing for engraving outside of our factory." Sports a pair of beautiful Mother of Pearl grips. Revolver is Class C engraved in the typical scroll, leaf and punch dot background favored by the likes of Cuno Helfrict in the late 19th century. CONDITION: Retains 90% of the reapplied silver plating. Front sight has been taken down a bit. Engraving is all sharp and well-defined, obviously done by the same master engravers as those working for the Colt factory, as some of Colt's engravers did the engraving on New York shipped guns and the quality of this engraving is on par with any factory engraved Colt of the era. Mother of Pearl grips fit extremely well. Revolver moves forward on fourth click but the timing is dead on. Rifling is sharp and well defined with some minor residue in the grooves and a bit of frosting. A beautiful Western era black powder frame silver plated and engraved Colt in lovely condition. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 105790
Factory letter states this revolver was shipped as a .45 caliber with 4-3/4" barrel, soft finish and rubber grips to Hartley & Graham, New York on January 15th, 1885. Th...moree letter also remarks "The word "soft" which appears with the finish indicates subject revolver was shipped without final finishing for engraving outside of our factory." Sports a pair of beautiful Mother of Pearl grips. Revolver is Class C engraved in the typical scroll, leaf and punch dot background favored by the likes of Cuno Helfrict in the late 19th century. CONDITION: Retains 90% of the reapplied silver plating. Front sight has been taken down a bit. Engraving is all sharp and well-defined, obviously done by the same master engravers as those working for the Colt factory, as some of Colt's engravers did the engraving on New York shipped guns and the quality of this engraving is on par with any factory engraved Colt of the era. Mother of Pearl grips fit extremely well. Revolver moves forward on fourth click but the timing is dead on. Rifling is sharp and well defined with some minor residue in the grooves and a bit of frosting. A beautiful Western era black powder frame silver plated and engraved Colt in lovely condition. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: 105790

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