May 8-10, 2024 Firearms & Militaria Day 1

May 8-10, 2024 Firearms & Militaria Day 1

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(A) COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot # 1267 (Sale Order: 126 of 324)      

Shipped from the Colt Factory on December 8th, 1879, in a shipment of 6 guns of the same type to Schoverling, Daly, & Gales in New York, New York. Current configuration is barrel "Not Listed" (for the period, this is 7 - 1/2"), nickel finish, "Not Listed" stocks (for the period, this is walnut), and barrel chambered in .44/40 WCF, which is confirmed in the factory letter. Left side of barrel is marked with desirable original etched panel marking. CONDITION: Excellent+ for its age, retaining approximately 90% of the original nickel finish with minor flaking and scattered light wear throughout. Grips are good, with most of the finish remaining on left grip panel and a minority remaining on right panel. Left grip panel has a small chip near the frame. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is frosted with well-defined rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 53272
Shipped from the Colt Factory on December 8th, 1879, in a shipment of 6 guns of the same type to Schoverling, Daly, & Gales in New York, New York. Current configuration i...mores barrel "Not Listed" (for the period, this is 7 - 1/2"), nickel finish, "Not Listed" stocks (for the period, this is walnut), and barrel chambered in .44/40 WCF, which is confirmed in the factory letter. Left side of barrel is marked with desirable original etched panel marking. CONDITION: Excellent+ for its age, retaining approximately 90% of the original nickel finish with minor flaking and scattered light wear throughout. Grips are good, with most of the finish remaining on left grip panel and a minority remaining on right panel. Left grip panel has a small chip near the frame. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is frosted with well-defined rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 53272

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(A) DESIRABLE MONTANA SHIPPED COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH FACTORY LETTER.

Lot # 1268 (Sale Order: 127 of 324)      

Shipped on September 2nd, 1891, to Babcock & Miles in a shipment of 6 guns of the same type. Factory letter confirms configuration as a 4 - 3/4" barrel chambered in .44/40 WCF with blue finish and grips as "Not Listed". In the "Remarks" section of the letter, it is noted that Babcock & Miles had 2 locations, one in Billings, Montana, and one in Red Lodge, Montana. Matching serial numbers observed on frame, trigger guard, and butt. CONDITION: Excellent with a vast majority of the original bluing remaining with minor freckling and handling marks throughout. Frame case colors have mostly grayed with original colors visible in well-protected areas. Grips are sun faded with no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp with all 4 hammer stops. Bore is lightly frosted with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 142567
Shipped on September 2nd, 1891, to Babcock & Miles in a shipment of 6 guns of the same type. Factory letter confirms configuration as a 4 - 3/4" barrel chambered in .44/4...more0 WCF with blue finish and grips as "Not Listed". In the "Remarks" section of the letter, it is noted that Babcock & Miles had 2 locations, one in Billings, Montana, and one in Red Lodge, Montana. Matching serial numbers observed on frame, trigger guard, and butt. CONDITION: Excellent with a vast majority of the original bluing remaining with minor freckling and handling marks throughout. Frame case colors have mostly grayed with original colors visible in well-protected areas. Grips are sun faded with no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp with all 4 hammer stops. Bore is lightly frosted with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 142567

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(A) COLT SHERIFF'S MODEL FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot # 1269 (Sale Order: 128 of 324)      

A very desirable and collectible sheriff model, manufactured in 1887. This is a no-record gun, but there is a three page letter from Ron Graham explaining this gun. In his letter, he states that this Colt is a no-record factory original (stocks excepted), single action Sheriff's Model. It has a two line barrel address on top of the barrel "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". It has an etched panel on the left side of the barrel "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER". There is a 44 stamped on the bottom of the barrel. Three line patent dates on the left side of the frame. Caliber designation on the left front trigger bow "44CAL". Matching serial numbers observed on the frame and trigger guard. There is a silver plate that has been machined into the bottom strap of the grip. It is engraved with a zig zag border and the name "JIM". Blue and case color finish with a set of mother of pearl grips. CONDITION: This gun retains some of the original factory applied blue finish. The etched panel is good. There are traces of the case color in the protected areas, with the remainder turning silver. The screws have not been molested. The silver plate shows some darker patina. Grips have a few small chips and nicks along the edges. They are not original to this gun. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. Action has all four clicks and locks up tight. Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Ron Graham Letter Serial Number: 122383
A very desirable and collectible sheriff model, manufactured in 1887. This is a no-record gun, but there is a three page letter from Ron Graham explaining this gun. In hi...mores letter, he states that this Colt is a no-record factory original (stocks excepted), single action Sheriff's Model. It has a two line barrel address on top of the barrel "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". It has an etched panel on the left side of the barrel "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER". There is a 44 stamped on the bottom of the barrel. Three line patent dates on the left side of the frame. Caliber designation on the left front trigger bow "44CAL". Matching serial numbers observed on the frame and trigger guard. There is a silver plate that has been machined into the bottom strap of the grip. It is engraved with a zig zag border and the name "JIM". Blue and case color finish with a set of mother of pearl grips. CONDITION: This gun retains some of the original factory applied blue finish. The etched panel is good. There are traces of the case color in the protected areas, with the remainder turning silver. The screws have not been molested. The silver plate shows some darker patina. Grips have a few small chips and nicks along the edges. They are not original to this gun. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. Action has all four clicks and locks up tight. Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Ron Graham Letter Serial Number: 122383

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(C) FACTORY ENGRAVED COLORADO SHIPPED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot # 1270 (Sale Order: 129 of 324)      

Per the included factory letter, this revolver shipped as a .45 Colt with a 5 - 1/2" barrel, blued finish, ivory grips, and factory engraving to Tritch Hardware Company, Denver, Colorado, in a shipment of 1, on October 16th, 1925. The factory engraving of the number 2 style is undoubtedly that of Glahn or his shop, with well-cut florals on a stippled ground. Recoil shield with iconic Glahn geometrics interwoven with florals and dressed with line borders, and accents on ejector rod housing, ejector rod plunger head, and backstrap. Other features as standard with blade front sight, single line Colt information across top of barrel, caliber designation on left side of barrel, 2 line patent dates on left side of case colored frame, and full or partial serial numbers observed on frame (twice, once on the back under the grips), trigger guard and backstrap (under the grips), and on cylinder. Loading gate with 395 assembly number. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION Excellent, retaining approximately half of the factory finishes, with distensions about proofs from application of stamp. Barrel with thinning to gunmetal grey, particularly on ejector rod housing and left side of barrel consistent with holster wear, some brown toning visible. Frame with case colors largely faded, but retaining perhaps as much as 15% in protected areas such as recesses, with wonderful vibrancy. Grips are good with some black lines common to old ivory, right scale with a splice repair at toe, approximately 1 - 5/8" x 1". Mechanically fine with all four Colt clicks, bore is excellent with strong rifling and some mild frosting. This is a fantastic example of a Colorado shipped factory engraved gun. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 347678
Per the included factory letter, this revolver shipped as a .45 Colt with a 5 - 1/2" barrel, blued finish, ivory grips, and factory engraving to Tritch Hardware Company, ...moreDenver, Colorado, in a shipment of 1, on October 16th, 1925. The factory engraving of the number 2 style is undoubtedly that of Glahn or his shop, with well-cut florals on a stippled ground. Recoil shield with iconic Glahn geometrics interwoven with florals and dressed with line borders, and accents on ejector rod housing, ejector rod plunger head, and backstrap. Other features as standard with blade front sight, single line Colt information across top of barrel, caliber designation on left side of barrel, 2 line patent dates on left side of case colored frame, and full or partial serial numbers observed on frame (twice, once on the back under the grips), trigger guard and backstrap (under the grips), and on cylinder. Loading gate with 395 assembly number. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION Excellent, retaining approximately half of the factory finishes, with distensions about proofs from application of stamp. Barrel with thinning to gunmetal grey, particularly on ejector rod housing and left side of barrel consistent with holster wear, some brown toning visible. Frame with case colors largely faded, but retaining perhaps as much as 15% in protected areas such as recesses, with wonderful vibrancy. Grips are good with some black lines common to old ivory, right scale with a splice repair at toe, approximately 1 - 5/8" x 1". Mechanically fine with all four Colt clicks, bore is excellent with strong rifling and some mild frosting. This is a fantastic example of a Colorado shipped factory engraved gun. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 347678

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(C) FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER SHIPPED TO ST. LOUIS.

Lot # 1271 (Sale Order: 130 of 324)      

Per the included factory letters (2), this revolver shipped as a .45 Colt with a 4 - 3/4" barrel, blued finish, ivory grips, and factory engraving, shipped to Simmons Hardware, c/o R.A. Gougn, St. Louis, Missouri, in a shipment of 1 on June 18th, 1909. Both letters relay the same information. The factory engraving, of approximately B class coverage, is that of Cuno Helfricht of his shop, with well-cut floral scroll on a punch dot background, with rocker engraving, shell motifs, and geometric accents supporting the scroll. Other features as standard including blade front sight, two line Colt information across top of barrel, caliber designation on side of barrel, 2 line patent date on left side of frame, matching serial numbers on frame, trigger guard, and butt. Checkered ivory grips of a later vintage. Accompanied by aforementioned factory letters and a note from Frank Graves, regarding when he found the gun in San Antonio, Texas, and that it was attributed to a sheriff in Cotulla, Texas (spelled Catulla in letter). PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Metal is essentially a smooth dove grey throughout, with thinning blue retained on barrel, in cylinder flutes, and most protected areas, such as abutting trigger guard. Case colors are entirely faded. Mechanically fine with all 4 Colt clicks, bore with visible rifling and some moderate frosting. Grips are very good as more recent. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter, Documentation Serial Number: 309477
Per the included factory letters (2), this revolver shipped as a .45 Colt with a 4 - 3/4" barrel, blued finish, ivory grips, and factory engraving, shipped to Simmons Har...moredware, c/o R.A. Gougn, St. Louis, Missouri, in a shipment of 1 on June 18th, 1909. Both letters relay the same information. The factory engraving, of approximately B class coverage, is that of Cuno Helfricht of his shop, with well-cut floral scroll on a punch dot background, with rocker engraving, shell motifs, and geometric accents supporting the scroll. Other features as standard including blade front sight, two line Colt information across top of barrel, caliber designation on side of barrel, 2 line patent date on left side of frame, matching serial numbers on frame, trigger guard, and butt. Checkered ivory grips of a later vintage. Accompanied by aforementioned factory letters and a note from Frank Graves, regarding when he found the gun in San Antonio, Texas, and that it was attributed to a sheriff in Cotulla, Texas (spelled Catulla in letter). PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Metal is essentially a smooth dove grey throughout, with thinning blue retained on barrel, in cylinder flutes, and most protected areas, such as abutting trigger guard. Case colors are entirely faded. Mechanically fine with all 4 Colt clicks, bore with visible rifling and some moderate frosting. Grips are very good as more recent. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter, Documentation Serial Number: 309477

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(C) FACTORY ENGRAVED SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot # 1272 (Sale Order: 131 of 324)      

According to the Colt Factory Archive letter. This gun left the factory as a .45 Colt with a 4 - 3/4" barrel, nickel finish, pearl grips, and factory engraving. It was shipped to Stauffer, Eshleman & Company, New Orleans, Louisiana, C/O A.J. Anderson Company, Fort Worth, Texas, on August 17th, 1916, in a shipment of 2 guns. Two line address on top of the barrel "COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". Roll die caliber designation on the left side of the barrel, "COLT 45". Two line three date patent dates on the left side of the frame "PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871 / JULY 12, 72 JAN. 19, 75". There is a rampant Colt logo next to the patent dates. VP proof on the left front trigger bow. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard and backstrap. Last four digits of the serial number observed on the barrel under the ejector rod housing and on the rear of the cylinder. Scroll and foliate engraved with a punch dot background, with zigzag borders and other geometric designs incorporated into the engraving. This gun sports a set of carved mother of pearl two-piece grips with a bulls head motif on the left grip. These grips have been added to this gun. There is also a letter from a previous owner stating that he purchased it from the family that originally purchased this gun. They lived in Waco, Texas, and worked for the railroad there. CONDITION: This gun retains the vast majority of the factory-applied nickel finish. Most of the finish loss is to the left front of the barrel. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. Action locks up tight and indexes fine. The grips have some chips at the top of each grip. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Copies of Factory Letter, Documentation Serial Number: 333587
According to the Colt Factory Archive letter. This gun left the factory as a .45 Colt with a 4 - 3/4" barrel, nickel finish, pearl grips, and factory engraving. It was sh...moreipped to Stauffer, Eshleman & Company, New Orleans, Louisiana, C/O A.J. Anderson Company, Fort Worth, Texas, on August 17th, 1916, in a shipment of 2 guns. Two line address on top of the barrel "COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". Roll die caliber designation on the left side of the barrel, "COLT 45". Two line three date patent dates on the left side of the frame "PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871 / JULY 12, 72 JAN. 19, 75". There is a rampant Colt logo next to the patent dates. VP proof on the left front trigger bow. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard and backstrap. Last four digits of the serial number observed on the barrel under the ejector rod housing and on the rear of the cylinder. Scroll and foliate engraved with a punch dot background, with zigzag borders and other geometric designs incorporated into the engraving. This gun sports a set of carved mother of pearl two-piece grips with a bulls head motif on the left grip. These grips have been added to this gun. There is also a letter from a previous owner stating that he purchased it from the family that originally purchased this gun. They lived in Waco, Texas, and worked for the railroad there. CONDITION: This gun retains the vast majority of the factory-applied nickel finish. Most of the finish loss is to the left front of the barrel. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. Action locks up tight and indexes fine. The grips have some chips at the top of each grip. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Copies of Factory Letter, Documentation Serial Number: 333587

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(C) CATTLE BRAND ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot # 1273 (Sale Order: 132 of 324)      

Manufactured circa 1919. Full coverage engraved in the "Texas Cattlebrand" style popular, throughout the 20th century, as made famous by Cole Agee and continued on by Weldon Bledsoe and David Wade Harris. Engraving comprises of cattlebrands on a punchdot background with accenting scrollwork. Further embellished with nickel plating and gold wash on ejector rod housing, cylinder, and hammer. Mounted with 2 piece Colt Mother of Pearl grips featuring a Rampant Colt medallion on either side. CONDITION: Excellent overall with virtually all of the nickel plating remaining. A vast majority of the gold wash remains on ejector rod housing and hammer, with gold wash visible in protected areas on cylinder. Gold wash on cylinder has mostly worn to the silver plating underneath. Grips are excellent, with no major signs of distress. Mechanically fine, with all 4 hammer stops. Full cock notch is soft. Bore is frosted with crisp rifling. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .38-40 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 333710
Manufactured circa 1919. Full coverage engraved in the "Texas Cattlebrand" style popular, throughout the 20th century, as made famous by Cole Agee and continued on by Wel...moredon Bledsoe and David Wade Harris. Engraving comprises of cattlebrands on a punchdot background with accenting scrollwork. Further embellished with nickel plating and gold wash on ejector rod housing, cylinder, and hammer. Mounted with 2 piece Colt Mother of Pearl grips featuring a Rampant Colt medallion on either side. CONDITION: Excellent overall with virtually all of the nickel plating remaining. A vast majority of the gold wash remains on ejector rod housing and hammer, with gold wash visible in protected areas on cylinder. Gold wash on cylinder has mostly worn to the silver plating underneath. Grips are excellent, with no major signs of distress. Mechanically fine, with all 4 hammer stops. Full cock notch is soft. Bore is frosted with crisp rifling. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .38-40 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 333710

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(C) FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot # 1274 (Sale Order: 133 of 324)      

Shipped March 9, 1911 to Norvell Shapleigh Hardware Co. in St. Louis, Missouri, in a shipment of 1 gun. Originally shipped in this configuration except for finish and grips. Finish is listed as being originally blue, and grips are listed as "Not Listed", which means more than likely rubber for this vintage of SAA. Factory engraved with scroll on a punchdot background with accenting wrigglework on top of receiver, backstrap, and ejector rod housing. Loading gate and top of backstrap are engraved with sunbursts. Fit with a pair of Mother of Pearl Grips. CONDITION: Very good, with a vast majority of the added nickel finish remaining with scattered light oxidation and handling marks. Grips are excellent with no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is frosted with light oxidation and crisp rifling. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .38-40 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Copy Serial Number: 317027
Shipped March 9, 1911 to Norvell Shapleigh Hardware Co. in St. Louis, Missouri, in a shipment of 1 gun. Originally shipped in this configuration except for finish and gri...moreps. Finish is listed as being originally blue, and grips are listed as "Not Listed", which means more than likely rubber for this vintage of SAA. Factory engraved with scroll on a punchdot background with accenting wrigglework on top of receiver, backstrap, and ejector rod housing. Loading gate and top of backstrap are engraved with sunbursts. Fit with a pair of Mother of Pearl Grips. CONDITION: Very good, with a vast majority of the added nickel finish remaining with scattered light oxidation and handling marks. Grips are excellent with no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is frosted with light oxidation and crisp rifling. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .38-40 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Copy Serial Number: 317027

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(C) VERY ATTRACTIVE CASED AND ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER AND BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot # 1275 (Sale Order: 134 of 324)      

Manufactured in 1956. Blue and case color gun with one piece ivory stocks. It comes in a presentation case with a Bowie knife, an extra .44-40 cylinder and a box of ammo. There is a presentation on the ejector housing to Robert Auth, Yellow Pine, Idaho. The gun has been profusely engraved in a scroll and foliate pattern with borders and other geometric designs incorporated into the engraving. One line barrel address,"COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". Caliber designation on the left side of the barrel, "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .44 SPECIAL". Two line three date patent date on the left side of the frame "PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871 / JULY 2, 72 JAN. 19, 75". Next to the patent dates is a Rampant Colt logo. VP proof on the left front trigger bow. The Bowie knife was manufactured by "FAULKNER". It also has a presentation to Robert R. Auth - Yellow Pine, Idaho. It has an ivory grip and scroll engraving on the pommel and the cross guard. Partial box of Western bullseye box of .44-40 ammunition. The extra cylinder is engraved like the gun. This all comes in a wooden case with a maroon interior. CONDITION: This gun retains some of the original blue finish. There is case color in the protected areas on the frame. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The grips are near mint and fit the gun very well. The Bowie is in near mint condition. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Special FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 7032SA

ADDENDUM: This revolver was engraved by master engraver George Sherwood of Oregon.

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(C) COLE AGEE CATTLE BRAND ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot # 1276 (Sale Order: 135 of 324)      

Manufactured in 1902. Full coverage engraving in the "Texas Cattlebrand" style made famous in the early to mid 20th century by legendary Texas engraver Cole Agee, and fit with a pair of 2 piece sambar stag grips. Agee engraved guns from the 1920s-1955 and is best remembered for his legendary, distinct style with cattlebrands on a punchdot background. After his death in 1955, his legacy was continued by his student Weldon Bledsoe, and is continued today by David Wade Harris. Agee is reported to have never signed his work, therefore accurate attribution is extremely difficult. Accompanying this revolver are a copy of a biographical article from the October/November 1980 issue of the "Arms Gazette", a copy of the Arms Gazette issue featuring the article, a copy of an article from the "Gun Report" featuring a cattlebrand engraved SAA, and a letter from Weldon Bledsoe dated December 21, 1981 stating that it is his opinion that Cole Agee engraved this revolver. CONDITION: Excellent, with virtually all of the added nickel plating remaining. Grips are in matching condition with no major signs of distress. Mechanically fine with all 4 hammer stops. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38-40 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Information Serial Number: 232708

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(C) COLT BISLEY MODEL FLAT TOP TARGET SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot # 1277 (Sale Order: 136 of 324)      

Manufactured in 1904 and one of only 97 Bisley flat top targets in .45 Colt. There were approximately 976 Bisley flat top targets manufactured. This gun is in the typical configuration with a 7 - 1/2" barrel and two piece hard rubber grips. When Colt introduced this model it was called the "Model of 1894". The name Bisley was not adopted until this model had proven itself at an International competition held in the eponymous English town. Single line address on top of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". Roll marked caliber designation on the left side of the barrel "(BISLEY MODEL) 45 COLT". Two line three date patent dates on the left side of the frame, "PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871 / JULY 2, 72 JAN. 19,75". There is a Rampant Colt logo in a circle next to the patent dates. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard and the backstrap. Assembly number 739 is in the inside of the loading gate. The blade front sight is on a solid base. The rear sight is dovetailed into the top strap. The front sight has been replaced. Stored inside of the grips is the original front and another rear sight. Two piece hard rubber grips are marked on the inside, the left grip has "J.F.R." and the right grip has "6-9-1905 / KUFERSCHMIDT / CO. / MEMPHIS / TENN.". CONDITION: This gun has turned to a pleasing brow and gray patina. It has a few handling marks and light pitting scattered across the gun. The grips show wear but do not have any chips or cracks. Fair bore with well defined lands and grooves. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Bisley Serial Number: 268259
Manufactured in 1904 and one of only 97 Bisley flat top targets in .45 Colt. There were approximately 976 Bisley flat top targets manufactured. This gun is in the typical...more configuration with a 7 - 1/2" barrel and two piece hard rubber grips. When Colt introduced this model it was called the "Model of 1894". The name Bisley was not adopted until this model had proven itself at an International competition held in the eponymous English town. Single line address on top of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". Roll marked caliber designation on the left side of the barrel "(BISLEY MODEL) 45 COLT". Two line three date patent dates on the left side of the frame, "PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871 / JULY 2, 72 JAN. 19,75". There is a Rampant Colt logo in a circle next to the patent dates. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard and the backstrap. Assembly number 739 is in the inside of the loading gate. The blade front sight is on a solid base. The rear sight is dovetailed into the top strap. The front sight has been replaced. Stored inside of the grips is the original front and another rear sight. Two piece hard rubber grips are marked on the inside, the left grip has "J.F.R." and the right grip has "6-9-1905 / KUFERSCHMIDT / CO. / MEMPHIS / TENN.". CONDITION: This gun has turned to a pleasing brow and gray patina. It has a few handling marks and light pitting scattered across the gun. The grips show wear but do not have any chips or cracks. Fair bore with well defined lands and grooves. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Bisley Serial Number: 268259

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(C) COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH STEER HEAD CARVED IVORY GRIPS.

Lot # 1278 (Sale Order: 137 of 324)      

Manufactured in 1926 per serial number. Features include a 7 - 1/2" barrel with single line barrel address, blade front sight, "V" notch rear sight, low profile ejector rod head, color case hardened frame and hammer, and 2 line frame patent date. Mounted with 2 piece ivory grips inset with Rampant Colt medallions on either grip panel, checkering on left grip panel, and carved with a steer head on right grip panel. The accompanying letter from Colt states that the information for this Colt Single Action Army Revolver could not be located. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Excellent, with a vast majority of the original bluing remaining, with light handling marks and freckling throughout. Frame retains original case colors. Grips show no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Information Serial Number: 348866
Manufactured in 1926 per serial number. Features include a 7 - 1/2" barrel with single line barrel address, blade front sight, "V" notch rear sight, low profile ejector r...moreod head, color case hardened frame and hammer, and 2 line frame patent date. Mounted with 2 piece ivory grips inset with Rampant Colt medallions on either grip panel, checkering on left grip panel, and carved with a steer head on right grip panel. The accompanying letter from Colt states that the information for this Colt Single Action Army Revolver could not be located. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Excellent, with a vast majority of the original bluing remaining, with light handling marks and freckling throughout. Frame retains original case colors. Grips show no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Information Serial Number: 348866

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(C) EXCEPTIONAL COLT MODEL 1877 THUNDERER WITH PICTURE BOX.

Lot # 1279 (Sale Order: 138 of 324)      

Manufactured in 1903. This gun is blue with a case color frame and nitre blue small parts. Factory two piece checkered hard rubber grips with the rampant Colt logo at the top of each grip. Two line address on top of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A." A roll die caliber marking on the left side of the barrel, "COLT 41 D.A." Three line patent dates on the left side of the frame next to a rampant Colt logo. Half moon front sight with a V notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder. This gun comes in a rare factory original pink picture box. CONDITION: This gun remains in stunning original condition. It retains virtually all of the factory applied blue finish. Vibrant case color on the frame. There is one small spot of finish loss on the right side of the frame. Nitre blue small parts show essentially no wear. The screws have not been molested. The left grip has a couple of wear spots toward the top of the grip. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The box is in great shape with on corner slit on the lid. The label shows some wear from storage. The bottom of the box has some staining and writing on it. A very high condition 1877DA in an original box. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 3 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .41 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Serial Number: 140682
Manufactured in 1903. This gun is blue with a case color frame and nitre blue small parts. Factory two piece checkered hard rubber grips with the rampant Colt logo at the...more top of each grip. Two line address on top of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A." A roll die caliber marking on the left side of the barrel, "COLT 41 D.A." Three line patent dates on the left side of the frame next to a rampant Colt logo. Half moon front sight with a V notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder. This gun comes in a rare factory original pink picture box. CONDITION: This gun remains in stunning original condition. It retains virtually all of the factory applied blue finish. Vibrant case color on the frame. There is one small spot of finish loss on the right side of the frame. Nitre blue small parts show essentially no wear. The screws have not been molested. The left grip has a couple of wear spots toward the top of the grip. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The box is in great shape with on corner slit on the lid. The label shows some wear from storage. The bottom of the box has some staining and writing on it. A very high condition 1877DA in an original box. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 3 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .41 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Serial Number: 140682

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(C) HIGH CONDITION COLT MODEL 1877 LIGHTNING DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH PICTURE BOX.

Lot # 1280 (Sale Order: 139 of 324)      

According to the Colt Factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .38 Colt with a 4 - 3/4" barrel. It was blue and the stocks were not listed. It was sold to Florodora Tag Company, Cleveland, Ohio, and then it was shipped to Continental Tobacco Company New York, New York, on February 5th, 1903, in a shipment of 50 guns. These guns were used as prizes for collecting tobacco tags. It has a half moon front sight with a V-notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder and two piece hard rubber grips. Two line barrel address on top of the barrel. "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD CT. U.S.A." roll die caliber mark on the left side of the barrel. "COLT D.A. 38." Three line patent dates on the left of the frame next to the Rampant Colt logo. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. This gun is housed in a rare original factory pink picture box. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the factory applied blue finish. Vibrant case colors. Nitre blue small parts show some wear. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The factory box remains in very good condition. The top label shows some fading and some chipping. The bottom shows some shelf wear. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 4 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 140099
According to the Colt Factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .38 Colt with a 4 - 3/4" barrel. It was blue and the stocks were not listed. It was sold to F...morelorodora Tag Company, Cleveland, Ohio, and then it was shipped to Continental Tobacco Company New York, New York, on February 5th, 1903, in a shipment of 50 guns. These guns were used as prizes for collecting tobacco tags. It has a half moon front sight with a V-notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder and two piece hard rubber grips. Two line barrel address on top of the barrel. "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD CT. U.S.A." roll die caliber mark on the left side of the barrel. "COLT D.A. 38." Three line patent dates on the left of the frame next to the Rampant Colt logo. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. This gun is housed in a rare original factory pink picture box. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the factory applied blue finish. Vibrant case colors. Nitre blue small parts show some wear. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The factory box remains in very good condition. The top label shows some fading and some chipping. The bottom shows some shelf wear. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 4 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 140099

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(C) COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH DESIRABLE FLEUR-DE-LIS GRIPS.

Lot # 1281 (Sale Order: 140 of 324)      

Shipped January 16, 1925 as the only gun in the shipment of its type to W.S. Brown & Co. for Roland Nicholson in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Included factory letter confirms configuration as 5 - 1/2" barrel chambered in .45 Colt with blue finish and stocks listed as "Checked Wood". Accompanied by a black leather-wrapped wood purple velvet lined French fitted case for a Colt SAA and a 50-round box of ammunition. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Excellent+ and near mint, with virtually all of the original bluing remaining. Frame retains brilliant case colors. Grips show no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp. Bore has fouling in the grooves but is overall lightly frosted with crisp rifling. Case is excellent. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 346684
Shipped January 16, 1925 as the only gun in the shipment of its type to W.S. Brown & Co. for Roland Nicholson in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Included factory letter confirm...mores configuration as 5 - 1/2" barrel chambered in .45 Colt with blue finish and stocks listed as "Checked Wood". Accompanied by a black leather-wrapped wood purple velvet lined French fitted case for a Colt SAA and a 50-round box of ammunition. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Excellent+ and near mint, with virtually all of the original bluing remaining. Frame retains brilliant case colors. Grips show no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp. Bore has fouling in the grooves but is overall lightly frosted with crisp rifling. Case is excellent. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 346684

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(C) EXCELLENT SECOND GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH BOX.

Lot # 1282 (Sale Order: 141 of 324)      

Shipped April 29, 1958 in a shipment of 2 guns of the same type to K&G Sporting Goods Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Current configuration is as confirmed by factory letter: blue with color case hardened frame, and checkered hard rubber grips featuring a Rampant Colt on either side (stocks are listed as "Not Listed" in letter). Accompanied by a factory 2nd generation black Colt box serial numbered to the gun as "17701" on the bottom in orange pencil. CONDITION: Excellent+ and near mint, with virtually all of the original finishes remaining. Frame retains brilliant case colors. Grips are in matching condition with no major signs of distress. Bore is bright, possibly only factory test fired. Box is very good, with wear to corners and front edge of lid beginning to come loose. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 17701SA
Shipped April 29, 1958 in a shipment of 2 guns of the same type to K&G Sporting Goods Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Current configuration is as confirmed by factory letter:...more blue with color case hardened frame, and checkered hard rubber grips featuring a Rampant Colt on either side (stocks are listed as "Not Listed" in letter). Accompanied by a factory 2nd generation black Colt box serial numbered to the gun as "17701" on the bottom in orange pencil. CONDITION: Excellent+ and near mint, with virtually all of the original finishes remaining. Frame retains brilliant case colors. Grips are in matching condition with no major signs of distress. Bore is bright, possibly only factory test fired. Box is very good, with wear to corners and front edge of lid beginning to come loose. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 17701SA

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(C) VERY FINE SECOND GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH BOX.

Lot # 1283 (Sale Order: 142 of 324)      

Shipped January 15, 1959 to East Pasadena Firearms & Tackle in Pasadena, California, in a shipment of 1 gun of the same type. Shipped with blue finish and stocks are "Not Listed", which would be rubber for the time period. Current configuration is same as the letter with blue finish, color case hardened frame, and mounted with checkered hard rubber grips featuring a Rampant Colt on either side in an oval. Accompanied by factory letter as well as correct black 2nd generation factory box serial numbered to the gun on bottom side in orange pencil. CONDITION: Excellent+, with virtually all of the original finish remaining with scattered light handling marks. Frame retains bright case colors. Hammer retains protective wax cover. Cylinder does not have a dragline. Grips are in matching condition with no major signs of distress. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Box is very good with wear to lid and high edges. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Special FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 23494SA
Shipped January 15, 1959 to East Pasadena Firearms & Tackle in Pasadena, California, in a shipment of 1 gun of the same type. Shipped with blue finish and stocks are "Not...more Listed", which would be rubber for the time period. Current configuration is same as the letter with blue finish, color case hardened frame, and mounted with checkered hard rubber grips featuring a Rampant Colt on either side in an oval. Accompanied by factory letter as well as correct black 2nd generation factory box serial numbered to the gun on bottom side in orange pencil. CONDITION: Excellent+, with virtually all of the original finish remaining with scattered light handling marks. Frame retains bright case colors. Hammer retains protective wax cover. Cylinder does not have a dragline. Grips are in matching condition with no major signs of distress. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Box is very good with wear to lid and high edges. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Special FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 23494SA

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(C) COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY WITH FACTORY STEER HEAD CARVED IVORY GRIPS.

Lot # 1284 (Sale Order: 143 of 324)      

According to the Colt factory Archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .45 Colt with a 5 - 1/2" barrel. It was blued with carved ivory steer head stocks. It was shipped to the O'Neil McNamara Co. in Vicksburg, Mississippi, on November 7, 1927, in a shipment of 1 gun. This letter confirms the configuration of this gun. Single line barrel address on top of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG.CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". Roll die caliber designation on the left side of the barrel, "45 COLT". Two line patent dates on the left side of the frame, "PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871 / JULY 2, 72 JAN 19, 75". There is a Rampant Colt logo on the left side of the frame. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. The frame and backstrap are numbered under the grips. Two piece carved ivory grips with a bulls head motif with nickel Colt medallions at the top of each grip. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: This gun retains the vast majority of the original applied blue finish. It does have a turn line and some holster and high edge wear at the muzzle. The case colored frame and hammer have color in the protected areas with the remainder turning to a silver color. The screws have not been molested. Good bore with sharp lands and grooves. Action locks up tight and indexes fine. It has all four clicks. The grips show some wear and age cracks at the bottom of the grips. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 350599
According to the Colt factory Archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .45 Colt with a 5 - 1/2" barrel. It was blued with carved ivory steer head stocks. It was shi...morepped to the O'Neil McNamara Co. in Vicksburg, Mississippi, on November 7, 1927, in a shipment of 1 gun. This letter confirms the configuration of this gun. Single line barrel address on top of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG.CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". Roll die caliber designation on the left side of the barrel, "45 COLT". Two line patent dates on the left side of the frame, "PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871 / JULY 2, 72 JAN 19, 75". There is a Rampant Colt logo on the left side of the frame. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. The frame and backstrap are numbered under the grips. Two piece carved ivory grips with a bulls head motif with nickel Colt medallions at the top of each grip. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: This gun retains the vast majority of the original applied blue finish. It does have a turn line and some holster and high edge wear at the muzzle. The case colored frame and hammer have color in the protected areas with the remainder turning to a silver color. The screws have not been molested. Good bore with sharp lands and grooves. Action locks up tight and indexes fine. It has all four clicks. The grips show some wear and age cracks at the bottom of the grips. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 350599

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(C) COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER FIT WITH DESIRABLE FLEUR DE LIS GRIPS.

Lot # 1285 (Sale Order: 144 of 324)      

Shipped December 26, 1923, to Hibbard, Spencer, Barlett & Company in Chicago, Illinois, as the only one of its type in the shipment. Letter lists original configuration as 5 - 1/2" barrel chambered in .32-20 WCF with blue finish, and stocks "Not Listed". Current configuration is the same as what is documented in the letter, excepting the stocks, which are the desirable checkered walnut "Fleur-De-Lis" grips featuring a Rampant Colt in a medallion on either side. Grips are hand numbered to the gun in pencil on each grip panel when removed in a factory style. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Excellent, with a vast majority of the original blue finish remaining overall, with heavily handled areas like front and backstrap having significantly more wear. Frame and hammer retain their case colors which are beginning to fade. Action is tight and crisp with all 4 hammer stops. Bore is lightly frosted with crisp rifling. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .32-20 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 345307
Shipped December 26, 1923, to Hibbard, Spencer, Barlett & Company in Chicago, Illinois, as the only one of its type in the shipment. Letter lists original configuration a...mores 5 - 1/2" barrel chambered in .32-20 WCF with blue finish, and stocks "Not Listed". Current configuration is the same as what is documented in the letter, excepting the stocks, which are the desirable checkered walnut "Fleur-De-Lis" grips featuring a Rampant Colt in a medallion on either side. Grips are hand numbered to the gun in pencil on each grip panel when removed in a factory style. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Excellent, with a vast majority of the original blue finish remaining overall, with heavily handled areas like front and backstrap having significantly more wear. Frame and hammer retain their case colors which are beginning to fade. Action is tight and crisp with all 4 hammer stops. Bore is lightly frosted with crisp rifling. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .32-20 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 345307

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(C) HIGH CONDITION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot # 1286 (Sale Order: 145 of 324)      

Manufactured in 1937. Blued finish with a color case hardened frame and two-piece mother of pearl grips. Two line address on top of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F. A. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". Roll die caliber designation on the left side of the barrel "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45". Two-line three-date patent dates on the left side of the frame "PAT. SEPT.19, 1871 / JULY 2, 72 JAN. 19, 75". Rampant Colt logo on the left side of the frame. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. The trigger guard and backstrap are numbered under the grips. Assembly number 330 located on the inside of the loading gate. The grips have the gold color deep dished Colt medallions. It comes with the original two-piece hard rubber grips. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the factory applied blue finish. Vibrant case colored frame. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The grips are near mint and are a little oversized for thuis gun. Accessories: Grips Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 355660
Manufactured in 1937. Blued finish with a color case hardened frame and two-piece mother of pearl grips. Two line address on top of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F. A. CO. / HA...moreRTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". Roll die caliber designation on the left side of the barrel "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45". Two-line three-date patent dates on the left side of the frame "PAT. SEPT.19, 1871 / JULY 2, 72 JAN. 19, 75". Rampant Colt logo on the left side of the frame. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. The trigger guard and backstrap are numbered under the grips. Assembly number 330 located on the inside of the loading gate. The grips have the gold color deep dished Colt medallions. It comes with the original two-piece hard rubber grips. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the factory applied blue finish. Vibrant case colored frame. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The grips are near mint and are a little oversized for thuis gun. Accessories: Grips Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 355660

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(C) PRE-WAR COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER (1939).

Lot # 1287 (Sale Order: 146 of 324)      

Manufactured in 1939 with features including 5 - 1/2" barrel chambered in .357 Magnum with single line barrel address, blade front sight, "V" notch rear sight, color case hardened frame, and checkered gutta percha grips with a Rampant Colt on either side in an oval. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining a vast majority of the original blue finish with minor handling marks and modest wear. Cylinder shows light freckling. Frame retains bright case colors. Grips are very good, with checkering sharp and chip to right grip panel near butt. Action is tight and crisp with all 4 hammer stops. Bore shows areas of heavy oxidation throughout and darkness near muzzle with visible rifling. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .357 Magnum FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 356976
Manufactured in 1939 with features including 5 - 1/2" barrel chambered in .357 Magnum with single line barrel address, blade front sight, "V" notch rear sight, color case...more hardened frame, and checkered gutta percha grips with a Rampant Colt on either side in an oval. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining a vast majority of the original blue finish with minor handling marks and modest wear. Cylinder shows light freckling. Frame retains bright case colors. Grips are very good, with checkering sharp and chip to right grip panel near butt. Action is tight and crisp with all 4 hammer stops. Bore shows areas of heavy oxidation throughout and darkness near muzzle with visible rifling. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .357 Magnum FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 356976

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(A) HISTORIC COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER REVOLVER OF COLORADO MARSHALL J.W. SCYBERT.

Lot # 1288 (Sale Order: 147 of 324)      

Shipped February 18, 1893, as a single gun shipment to F.W. Adams, a store owner in New Castle, Colorado, as a blued .44-40 Single Action with 5 - 1/2" barrel, pearl grips, and a factory inscription done in gold reading "J.W. SCYBERT - CITY MARSHAL / PRESENTED BY BERNARDY BROS." on the back strap. Josiah Walter Scybert was born December 31, 1859, and is listed as living in Colorado as early as 1885. By 1888, he was recorded as acting Deputy Sheriff of New Castle, the newly formed mining town, before officially being elected as the town's first City Marshal later that year. He held the position until 1893, becoming Night Marshal. An 1893 article in the Glenwood Springs Avalanche Echo records his service as having "made many important arrests during his terms of office and is noted for his fearlessness and daring." Schynert remained in the New Castle area until at least 1910, ranching along the Divide Creek near where Teddy Roosevelt set up his bear hunting camp in 1905. Although it is unknown why this revolver was presented to Scybert, the Bernoudy Brothers (misspelled Bernardy Bros. on the gun) were proprietors of a saloon in New Castle from 1889 to 1894 and also served as agents for various local real estate and insurance agencies. This revolver is accompanied by extensive research complied by Donald Jones, including copies of photographs of Marshal Scybert wearing his badge, Francis Adam's store where the revolver was shipped, and various period views of New Castle, in addition to numerous scans of period documentation and historical references. The revolver remains in the configuration as shipped, confirmed by a 2011 dated Colt archival letter and scan of the original factory record. Revolver is fitted with a 5 - 1/2" .44-40 round barrel roll stamped "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" and with 1-line address. Black powder frame stamped on the right with 2-line patent marking and encircled rampant Colt. Grips are smooth 2-piece mother of pearl. This historic revolver is photographed and described in a 1974 article, "The Marshal's Colt," published in the Pennsylvania Gun Collectors Association "Monthly Bugle" by William W. Dalrymple and in 1976 on pages 8 and 9 of "Historical Hartford Hardware" by the same author, copies of each are included. The revolver is also pictured on page 411 of the "Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia", and pg. 66 of the First Edition, "A Study Of The Colt Single Action ARmy Revolver" by Graham, Kopec, and Moore. PROVENANCE: Ex Charlie Schriener, John Hayes, Robert Blom, Richard "Dick" Burdick. CONDITION: Good. Revolver finishes have drifted to a brown, gray patina throughout, with use commensurate with a Western lawman's Peacemaker. Markings are legible, the inscription somewhat faint, with light traces of gold in the lettering. Grips are somewhat poorly fit, showing age with oxidation staining and some mild chipping along the edges. Bore displays strong, well-defined rifling, some cleaned black powder oxidation present in the grooves. Crisp mechanics, all 4 hammer clicks retained. A few screws appear to be replaced. Matching numbers were observed on frame and grip straps. Documented guns from lawmen in the Old West are few and far between, even scarcer with factory presentation inscriptions. This Colorado Marshal-presented Peacemaker is a tangible piece of American Western history and would make an excellent addition to any advanced collection. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Frontier Six Shooter Paperwork: Binder of Prov, Factory Letter Serial Number: 149901
Shipped February 18, 1893, as a single gun shipment to F.W. Adams, a store owner in New Castle, Colorado, as a blued .44-40 Single Action with 5 - 1/2" barrel, pearl grip...mores, and a factory inscription done in gold reading "J.W. SCYBERT - CITY MARSHAL / PRESENTED BY BERNARDY BROS." on the back strap. Josiah Walter Scybert was born December 31, 1859, and is listed as living in Colorado as early as 1885. By 1888, he was recorded as acting Deputy Sheriff of New Castle, the newly formed mining town, before officially being elected as the town's first City Marshal later that year. He held the position until 1893, becoming Night Marshal. An 1893 article in the Glenwood Springs Avalanche Echo records his service as having "made many important arrests during his terms of office and is noted for his fearlessness and daring." Schynert remained in the New Castle area until at least 1910, ranching along the Divide Creek near where Teddy Roosevelt set up his bear hunting camp in 1905. Although it is unknown why this revolver was presented to Scybert, the Bernoudy Brothers (misspelled Bernardy Bros. on the gun) were proprietors of a saloon in New Castle from 1889 to 1894 and also served as agents for various local real estate and insurance agencies. This revolver is accompanied by extensive research complied by Donald Jones, including copies of photographs of Marshal Scybert wearing his badge, Francis Adam's store where the revolver was shipped, and various period views of New Castle, in addition to numerous scans of period documentation and historical references. The revolver remains in the configuration as shipped, confirmed by a 2011 dated Colt archival letter and scan of the original factory record. Revolver is fitted with a 5 - 1/2" .44-40 round barrel roll stamped "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" and with 1-line address. Black powder frame stamped on the right with 2-line patent marking and encircled rampant Colt. Grips are smooth 2-piece mother of pearl. This historic revolver is photographed and described in a 1974 article, "The Marshal's Colt," published in the Pennsylvania Gun Collectors Association "Monthly Bugle" by William W. Dalrymple and in 1976 on pages 8 and 9 of "Historical Hartford Hardware" by the same author, copies of each are included. The revolver is also pictured on page 411 of the "Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia", and pg. 66 of the First Edition, "A Study Of The Colt Single Action ARmy Revolver" by Graham, Kopec, and Moore. PROVENANCE: Ex Charlie Schriener, John Hayes, Robert Blom, Richard "Dick" Burdick. CONDITION: Good. Revolver finishes have drifted to a brown, gray patina throughout, with use commensurate with a Western lawman's Peacemaker. Markings are legible, the inscription somewhat faint, with light traces of gold in the lettering. Grips are somewhat poorly fit, showing age with oxidation staining and some mild chipping along the edges. Bore displays strong, well-defined rifling, some cleaned black powder oxidation present in the grooves. Crisp mechanics, all 4 hammer clicks retained. A few screws appear to be replaced. Matching numbers were observed on frame and grip straps. Documented guns from lawmen in the Old West are few and far between, even scarcer with factory presentation inscriptions. This Colorado Marshal-presented Peacemaker is a tangible piece of American Western history and would make an excellent addition to any advanced collection. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Frontier Six Shooter Paperwork: Binder of Prov, Factory Letter Serial Number: 149901

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(A) FINE FIRST YEAR COLT MODEL 1877 LIGHTNING DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot # 1289 (Sale Order: 148 of 324)      

According to the Colt Factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .38 Colt with the barrel not listed. It was blue, and the stocks were not listed. It was shipped to J.P. Moores Sons, New York, New York, on April 2, 1877, in a shipment of 8 guns. It has all the very early features. It has a 1/4" half moon front sight with a V notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder and A one piece coarse checkered rosewood grip. It does not have a mainspring tension screw in the front grip strap. Two line barrel address on top of the barrel. "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD CT. U.S.A." etched panel on the left side of the barrel. "COLT D.A. 38." Three line patent dates on the left of the frame. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, backstrap back of the cylinder, and on the grip in the chanel. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the retailer applied nickel finish. Nitre blue small parts show some wear. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. Bore is good with well defined lands and grooves. A very early Colt 1877DA. Please note that the following lot was part of the same shipment. Barrel Length: 3 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 465
According to the Colt Factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .38 Colt with the barrel not listed. It was blue, and the stocks were not listed. It was ship...moreped to J.P. Moores Sons, New York, New York, on April 2, 1877, in a shipment of 8 guns. It has all the very early features. It has a 1/4" half moon front sight with a V notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder and A one piece coarse checkered rosewood grip. It does not have a mainspring tension screw in the front grip strap. Two line barrel address on top of the barrel. "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD CT. U.S.A." etched panel on the left side of the barrel. "COLT D.A. 38." Three line patent dates on the left of the frame. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, backstrap back of the cylinder, and on the grip in the chanel. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the retailer applied nickel finish. Nitre blue small parts show some wear. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. Bore is good with well defined lands and grooves. A very early Colt 1877DA. Please note that the following lot was part of the same shipment. Barrel Length: 3 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 465

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(A) STELLAR FIRST YEAR COLT MODEL 1877 LIGHTNING DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH PICTURE BOX.

Lot # 1290 (Sale Order: 149 of 324)      

Achording to the Colt Factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .38 Colt with the barrel not listed. It was Blue and the stocks were not listed. It was shipped to J.P. Moores Sons, New York, New York on April 2, 1877, in a shipment of 8 guns. It has all the very early features. It has a 1/4" half moon front sight with a V notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder and a one piece coarse checkered rosewood grip. It does not have a mainspring tension screw in the front grip strap. Two line barrel address on top of the barrel. "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD CT. U.S.A." etched panel on the left side of the barrel. "COLT D.A. 38." Three line patent dates on the left of the frame. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, backstrap, back of the cylinder, and on the grip in the chanel. This gun is housed in an original factory pink picture box. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the factory applied blue finish. Vibrant case colors. Nitre blue small parts show some wear. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The factory box remains in very good condition. The top label shows some fading and some chipping. The bottom shows some shelf wear. A very early Colt 1877DA. Please note that the previous lot was a part of the same shipment. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 3 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .41 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 471
Achording to the Colt Factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .38 Colt with the barrel not listed. It was Blue and the stocks were not listed. It was shipp...moreed to J.P. Moores Sons, New York, New York on April 2, 1877, in a shipment of 8 guns. It has all the very early features. It has a 1/4" half moon front sight with a V notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder and a one piece coarse checkered rosewood grip. It does not have a mainspring tension screw in the front grip strap. Two line barrel address on top of the barrel. "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD CT. U.S.A." etched panel on the left side of the barrel. "COLT D.A. 38." Three line patent dates on the left of the frame. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, backstrap, back of the cylinder, and on the grip in the chanel. This gun is housed in an original factory pink picture box. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the factory applied blue finish. Vibrant case colors. Nitre blue small parts show some wear. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The factory box remains in very good condition. The top label shows some fading and some chipping. The bottom shows some shelf wear. A very early Colt 1877DA. Please note that the previous lot was a part of the same shipment. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 3 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .41 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 471

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(A) RARE 2" COLT MODEL 1877 THUNDERER DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot # 1291 (Sale Order: 150 of 324)      

According to the Colt Factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .41 Colt with a 2" barrel. It was nickel with rubber stocks. It was shipped to Hartley & Graham in New York, New York, on May 23, 1882 in a shipment of 25 guns. With the 2" barrel guns Colt was not able to put a full address on the top of the gun, so they just have the word "COLT" on the top of the barrel. This one has an etched panel on the left side of the barrel, "COLT D.A. 41". Three line patent dates on the left side of the frame. Caliber designation on the left rear trigger bow ".41 CAL". Half moon front sight with a V notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder with two piece hard rubber grips and nitre blue small parts. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard and backstrap. PROVENANCE: Out of the Dr. Marohn collection. CONDITION: This gun retains approximately half of the factory applied nickel finish. Most of the finish loss is to the frame. Checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. Very good bore with well defined lands and grooves. Action works in both single and double action. The 2" barrel guns rarely come up for sale. Barrel Length: 2" Caliber/Bore: .41 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 33980
According to the Colt Factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .41 Colt with a 2" barrel. It was nickel with rubber stocks. It was shipped to Hartley & Grah...moream in New York, New York, on May 23, 1882 in a shipment of 25 guns. With the 2" barrel guns Colt was not able to put a full address on the top of the gun, so they just have the word "COLT" on the top of the barrel. This one has an etched panel on the left side of the barrel, "COLT D.A. 41". Three line patent dates on the left side of the frame. Caliber designation on the left rear trigger bow ".41 CAL". Half moon front sight with a V notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder with two piece hard rubber grips and nitre blue small parts. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard and backstrap. PROVENANCE: Out of the Dr. Marohn collection. CONDITION: This gun retains approximately half of the factory applied nickel finish. Most of the finish loss is to the frame. Checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. Very good bore with well defined lands and grooves. Action works in both single and double action. The 2" barrel guns rarely come up for sale. Barrel Length: 2" Caliber/Bore: .41 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 33980

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