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Sporting & Collector Firearms Auction #1011

June 14, 2008

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Sporting & Collector Firearms Auction #1011

June 14, 2008

This auction has ended.

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Colt Third Model Dragoon Percussion Revolver

Lot 1

Colt Dragoon Revolver 44

Manufactured in 1858. Standard round trigger guard. The revolver appears to have the standard barrel and frame markings which are mostly unreadable. It does have the frame screws and recoil shield cut outs to accommodate the stock. A blade front sight has been added on a base soldered to the barrel and a folding leaf rear sight has been added just ahead of the breech. All visible numbers match. Fitted with smooth one piece grips.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 44

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Rare Cooper Philadelphia Second Model Pocket Double Action Percussion Revolver

Lot 2

Cooper J M & Co Pocket Revolver 31

Marked with the Second Model First Variation address "MANFD BY J.M. COOPER & CO / PITTSBURGH PA / PATD APL 25, 1854 / PATD JAN. 7, 1851 / REISSD JULY 26, 1859" on top of the barrel, only about 100 were made in this variation. Produced between 1864 and 1869 with a total production of 1,500, externally it bears a close resemblance to Colt's Model 1849 Pocket Navy revolver, but equipped for double action firing. Brass pin front sight, 5-round unfluted cylinder with conventional rectangular notches.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 31

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Two Remington Revolvers -A) Remington New Model Army Revolver

Lot Contains 2 Items

Lot 3

Two Remington Revolvers

Manufactured between 1863-1873 with standard features and markings with a replacement front sight. The right grip has cracked and been repaired with a filler. Matching numbers.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 44

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Lot 4

Colt 1851 Revolver 36 percussion

Manufactured in 1861. This revolver has the large round trigger guard. The top barrel flat is marked: "--ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW -YORK U.S.AMERICA--", the left side of the frame has the "COLT / PATENT" and there is no visible cylinder scene. The serial number "103358" is stamped on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, cylinder and blackstrap. The partial number "3358" is stamped on the loading lever.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36 percussion

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Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver

Lot 5

Colt 1860 Army Revolver 44 percussion

Civil War Colt Model 1860 Army revolver manufactured in 1863 with the three screw frame and recoil shield with cut-outs for the detachable shoulder stock. The revolver has a blued barrel, cylinder and backstrap, casehardened loading lever, hammer and frame and brass trigger guard. The grips are smooth one piece varnished walnut with a faint boxed cartouche on each side. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Texas Navy battle scene. Single letter Ordnance Department sub-inspector's initials on some components, a "GG" behind the wedge screw. The top of the barrel is marked: "-ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA- -" and "COLTS / PATENT" is stamped on the left side of the frame. "C.E.Y." has been crudely engraved on the butt.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 44 percussion

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Colt Model 1855 Side Hammer "Root" Pocket Revolver

Lot 6

Colt 1855-Rifle Revolver 28

Two line, two block barrel marking with Maltese crosses and pointing finger. Standard features. Some minor pitting.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 28

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First Year Colt Model 1862 Single-Action Percussion Police Revolver

Lot 7

Colt 1862 Revolver 36 percussion

This model manufactured from 1861 to 1873, this gun was built in the first year of production 1861 and has standard markings and features. All visible serial numbers match.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36 percussion

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Lot 8

Colt 1860 Army Revolver 44 percussion

Manufactured in 1862. One line address on barrel, with small inspection proofs and a faint cartouche. Recoil shield and backstrap cut for stock mounting. Wedge screw absent, replacement wedge and trigger guard screw. Metal has been cleaned.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 44 percussion

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Lot 9

Colt 1849 Revolver 31 percussion

Manufactured in 1851. Small trigger guard, all numbers match. Standard markings and features. From the Butterfield Estate. Strong original silver remains on the triggerguard. Cylinder scene clear. Metal has been cleaned.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 31 percussion

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Remington New Model Police Factory Conversion Single Action Revolver

Lot 10

Remington Arms Inc New Model Police Revolver 38 RF

Produced from 1863 to 1873. Special factory two piece cylinder and hammer alteration. Matching cylinder conversion numbers. Fixed sights. Brass trigger guard, smooth rosewood grips. Overall finished over minor pitting.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 38 RF

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Lot 11

Colt 1849 Revolver 31

Manufactured between 1850 and 1873, this particular revolver was produced in 1860 with standard markings and features. Full matching serial number on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, backstrap and cylinder with partial "61122" on the wedge and "1122" on the loading lever.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 31

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Replica Colt Texas Paterson Percussion Revolver with Holster

Lot 12

Colt Paterson Revolver 36 percussion

Produced in the mid 20th century. Has unreadable barrel markings and roll engraved cylinder. No provisions for a loading lever and fitted with ivory grips. Action needs some repair work. Complete with period two piece leather holster partially held together with string. Heavy leather cord follows the edges of the holster and flap as decoration.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36 percussion

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Lot 13

Colt Dragoon Revolver 44

Manufactured 1851 - 1861. Marked "-ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW YORK CITY-" on the top flat of the barrel and "COLTS/PATENT" on the left side of the frame. All numbers match including the wedge.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 44

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Lot 14

Colt 1860 Army Revolver 44

Standard markings on four screw frame. Barrel and wedge mismatched, illegible barrel marking and standard features. The trigger guard is marked "S" and the backstrap is marked "L".

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 44

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Scarce Colt Model 1871-72 Open Top Revolver

Lot 15

Colt 1871 1872 Revolver 44 rimfire

The first Colt revolver manufactured for metallic cartridges, approximately 7000 were manufactured in 1872 and 1873. The barrel has been shortened to it's present length and the metal has been cleaned bright. Standard markings and features. No visible cylinder scene. A crude "WH" has been carved on the right side grip.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 44 rimfire

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U.S. Contract Civil War Model 1858 Starr Double Action Army Percussion Revolver

Lot 16

Starr Arms Company 1858 Revolver 44

Six-shot, double action revolver manufactured by the Starr Arms Co., of Yonkers, New York. The one-piece walnut grip has an oiled finish with a faint script inspectors cartouche "ADP" ? On the lower left side. Address is located on the left side of the frame below the cylinder and a patent date is stamped on the opposite side. All numbers match. Single sub-inspector initials are stamped on most components. There is a slide on the rear of the trigger. The hammer is carried to the cocked position, the cylinder is turned and the chamber is ready to fire when the front trigger is released so the rear trigger can be reached for firing.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 44

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Richards Conversion of the Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver

Lot 17

Colt Richards Conversion Revolver 44 CF

This is a First Model commercial Colt .44 centerfire Richards Conversion revolver (that has been refurbished in the 20th Century). The revolver has the Richard's modifications: (1) recoil shield with Richard's breech plate, rebounding fire pin, integral rear sight and loading gate, (2) six-notch cylinder, (3) plugged loading rammer hole with plug secured by a screw on the left side of the barrel lug and barrel to accept the Richard's ejector assembly. The top of the barrel is marked: "-ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-" and the left side of the frame is stamped "COLTS/PATENT". No other markings. The rear of the loading gate is marked "2066". The entire gun has been nickel plated except for the wedge, hammer, trigger and screws which are blue. The serial number "3102" is located on the frame, barrel lug, trigger guard and backstrap. All visible serial numbers match.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 44 CF

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Remington New Model Army Percussion Revolver

Lot 18

Remington Arms Inc Army Revolver 44 percussion

The revolver has the usual Ordnance sub-inspector, single-initials stamped on the various parts with the boxed "BH" cartouche on the bottom of the left grip. The top of the barrel is marked with the standard Remington address over "NEW MODEL". Blue finish with a casehardened hammer and brass trigger guard. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom barrel flat and on the frame under the left grip panel.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 44 percussion

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Lot 19

Colt 1849 Revolver 31

Manufactured 1850 - 1873. Standard markings and features. Much of the original silver remains. Wedge is very loose.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 31

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Colt Model 1855 Sidehammer "Root" Model 2 Pocket Revolver

Lot 20

Colt 1855 Sidehammer Revolver 28

Manufactured in 1856. Also known as the "Root Model" after noted Colt designer Elisha K. Root. Brass post front sight with notch rear sight. Top barrel flat marked with the Hartford address and pointing hand motif. The cylinder is roll marked with a cabin and Indian scene. Smooth one piece walnut grips.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 28

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Colt 1851 Navy Model Percussion Revolver

Lot 21

Colt 1851 Navy Revolver 36 cal

Manufactured in 1850 - 1873. Standard markings and features with the large round trigger guard and later barrel marking " ---ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA---". The vivid case coloring is still visible in protected areas. "3 RD KY CAV" engraved butt.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36 cal

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Fine Colt Model 1862 Police Revolver with Ivory Grips

Lot 22

Colt 1862 Revolver 36 percussion

Manufactured in 1863. Brass pin front and hammer notch rear sights. Standard markings. Fluted and rebated cylinder. Silver finished grip straps and smooth one piece ivory grips. Some pitting on the cylinder.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36 percussion

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Four Percussion Revolvers -A) Remington New Model Army Percussion Revolver

Lot Contains 4 Items

Lot 23

Four Percussion Revolvers

Standard markings and features with a faint cartouche on the left side grip.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36, 31, 44

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Lot 24

Colt 1860 Army Revolver 44 percussion

Manufactured in 1863. One line address on barrel, "COLTS / PATENT" on the frame and faint naval scene on the cylinder. Small "W" and "C" proofs, with cartouches on the smooth one piece grips. Frame cut for shoulder stock. Wedge screw absent, matching numbers. All metal cleaned bright. Some markings restamped.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 44 percussion

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Colt Model 1861 Navy Revolver with Ivory Grips

Lot 25

Colt 1861 Navy Revolver 36 cal

Manufactured in 1862. Single line "U.S. AMERICA" address on barrel, "COLTS / PATENT" on the frame, and "36 CAL" on the trigger guard. Roll engraved naval scene on the cylinder, matching numbers on the barrel lug, frame and grip straps, partial numbers on the cylinder, and "83709" on the wedge. Fitted with smooth ivory grips.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36 cal

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Lot 26

Colt 1862 Revolver 36 percussion

Manufactured in 1873, the '62 Police is regarded by many as one of the most streamlined production arms to leave the Colt factory during the percussion era. Colt manufactured approximately 28,000 of these revolvers between 1861 and 1873. Cone front sight on barrel with one line block letter "U.S. U.C." address, the frame is stamped "COLTS/ PATENT" on the left side, and the trigger guard is marked "36 CAL" on the left shoulder. The cylinder is absent of the usual patent marking. The barrel and cylinder were blue, loading lever, frame and hammer casehardened and the trigger guard and backstrap were silver plated brass. Fitted with smooth varnished one piece grips. All visible serial numbers match.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36 percussion

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Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot 27

Colt 1851 Navy Revolver 36 percussion

Manufactured in 1869 with standard markings and features with refinished nickel plating. Numbers match.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36 percussion

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Lot 28

Colt 1851 Navy Revolver 36 percussion

Manufactured 1850 - 1873. Standard markings and features, back grip strap is marked "J. ALDERDICE" and the butt is marked "12th KY CAV.". The front left side of the trigger guard is stamped "2". The cylinder markings are faint but visible and the case coloring is visible in a few of the protected areas. All metal parts cleaned. Some research may prove interesting.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36 percussion

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Lot 29

Colt 1849 Revolver 31 percussion

Manufactured in 1860. Two line "New York City" address with brackets on the barrel, "COLTS / PATENT" on the frame, and stagecoach scene on the cylinder. The full serial number is marked on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, backstrap and cylinder. The partial number "4978" is marked on the loading lever. Fitted with smooth one piece varnished walnut grips.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 31 percussion

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Lot 30

Whitney Arms Company Pocket Revolver 31 cal

Standard features, marked "E. WHITNEY/N. HAVEN" on top of the barrel. Casecoloring is barely visible on the loading lever on the left side at the frame. Engraved "NANCY HART" on the backstrap and "CSA" on the butt. Manufactured form 1858 to 1862.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 31 cal

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Two Conversion Rimfire Revolvers -A) Remington New Model Single Action Belt Revolver Conversion

Lot Contains 2 Items

Lot 31

Two Conversion Rimfire Revolvers

Manufactured 1863 - 1873. Standard markings and features. This revolver has been converted from 36 caliber percussion to 38 caliber rimfire. The frame is numbered "7008" and the conversion plate is numbered "904".

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 38 RF

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Lot 32

Colt 1849 Revolver 31

This First Type 1849 revolver was manufactured in 1863 featuring a fixed brass front sight and hammer notch rear sight. The top barrel flat is marked " ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA" with the cylinder roll engraved with the stagecoach scene. The serial number is marked on the frame, cylinder and backstrap with partial numbers on the ejector lever and cylinder, all match Smooth walnut grips. Complete in a red velvet lined box with fitted compartments for an unopened tin of 100 Hicks' Percussion caps, two round metal shots, "Hawksley" powder flask and key. The bullet mold is missing.

Has Box

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 31

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Lot 33

Colt 1851 Navy Revolver 36 percussion

Manufactured in 1866. This "Third Model" revolver features standard markings and features. All of the serial numbers match.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36 percussion

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Two Colt 1849 Revolvers -A) Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver

Lot Contains 2 Items

Lot 34

Two Colt 1849 Revolvers

Manufactured in 1856. Standard markings and features with stagecoach scene. Matching numbers with only the "1"s visible on the barrel.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 31 percussion

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Lot 35

Colt 1851 Navy Revolver 36

Produced in 1866. Brass bead front sight with "NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA" one line address. Naval scene on the cylinder. Unnumbered loading lever and wedge, all else match. Casehardened frame, silvered brass grip straps and smooth walnut grips. Restamped markings and artificially aged.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36

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Lot 36

Colt 1860 Revolver 44 percussion

Standard markings and features. Engraved "LT. COL. G.D. RAMSEY" on the front strap. Well used but taken care of, all markings except for serial number on trigger guard and frame, "PATENT" marking and part of the barrel top address are unreadable. There are a number of items on the internet pertaining to a Lt. Col. G.D. Ramsey. A little research may prove to be interesting.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 44 percussion

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Lot 37

Colt 1849 Revolver 31 cal

Manufactured 1850 - 1873, this gun was made in 1861 with standard markings and features. The cylinder is roll engraved with the stage coach hold-up scene. The complete serial number is marked on the cylinder, barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and back strap, the partial serial number "5759" is marked on the loading lever.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 31 cal

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Lot 38

Colt 1849 Revolver 31

Manufactured between 1850 and 1873, this particular revolver was produced in 1860. The top barrel flat is marked " ADDRESS SAML COLT / HARTFORD CT.", " COLTS / PATENT" on the left side of the frame, and the cylinder is roll engraved with the stagecoach holdup scene. The full serial number, "182483" appears on the cylinder, barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and backstrap, the partial number "2483" is marked on the loading lever and wedge. It is fitted with smooth one piece grips.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 31

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Lot of Two Percussion Revolvers -A) Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver

Lot Contains 2 Items

Lot 39

Lot of Two Percussion Revolvers

Manufactured in 1864 with standard markings and features. Matching numbers, unable to check wedge, cylinder unreadable. Replacement wedge, trigger guard and backstrap screws. Chips and dents in grips.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36 cal, 31

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Three Percussion Revolvers -A) Colt Model 1855 Sidehammer Pocket Revolver

Lot Contains 3 Items

Lot 40

Three Percussion Revolvers

Made in 1855 with standard markings and features. Hammer, trigger, grip screws and other parts absent.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 25, 28

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One Percussion Pistol and Seven Spur Trigger Revolvers -A) Colt Open Top 22 Pocket Revolver

Lot Contains 8 Items

Lot 41

One Percussion Pistol and Seven Spur Trigger Revolvers

Produced in 1875. Front sight absent. Two line address with Maltese crosses on the barrel. Standard features.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 22, 32 RF, 28, 32, 32 RF, 36

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Engraved Reproduction of a Colt Third Model Hartford English Dragoon

Lot 42

Unknown 1878 Zigzag Revolver 44 percussion

This revolver appears to be a period reproduction of the English Hartford Dragoon that has been subsequently renumbered and modified. The barrel lug, sides of the loading lever, frame, trigger guard bow and grip frame are scroll engraved. The top of the barrel is marked " ---ADRESS COL COLT LONDON---", the left side of the frame is marked "PATENT ARMS" in a banner. The "crown / V" and "crown / GP" proof mark is on the left side of the barrel lug ahead of the wedge and alternating on the cylinder breech shoulders. The cylinder is roll engraved with the Ranger Indian scene. The trigger guard and back strap are brass and the grips are one piece smooth walnut.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 44 percussion

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Lot 43

Colt Baby Dragoon Revolver 31

Manufactured in 1847, the first year of production. The top barrel flat has been improperly restamped " COL SAML COLT / HARTFORD CT.", the left side of the frame is marked "COLTS / PATENT" and the serial number "433" appears on the rear of the barrel lug, frame, backstrap and wedge. The cylinder pin is marked "8387". The front sight is a brass bead and there is no provision for a loading lever. The grips are one piece smooth varnished walnut.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 31

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Copy of a Colt Third Model Dragoon Revolver

Lot 44

Colt Dragoon Revolver 44

This spurious revolver has been restamped "ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW YORK CITY" on the top barrel flat, restamped "COLTS PATENT" and spuriously marked "US" on the left side of the frame. The left side trigger guard shoulder is marked "44" and the cylinder is roll engraved with the federals battling Indians scene and restamped "180" and "COLTS PATENT". Brass blade front sight and two leaf folding rear sight . Complete serial number is marked on the barrel, frame, trigger guard and back strap. Partial number "180" is marked on the wedge, cylinder and loading lever. Fitted with smooth one piece grips.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 44

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Lot 45

Smith & Wesson 1 Revolver 22

Manufactured 1860 - 1868. Standard features, barrel marked "SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD MASS.", cylinder marked "PATENTED APRIL 3. 1856. JULY 5. 1859. DEC 18. 1863." The cylinder is marked "339". The backstrap is inscribed "Annie Oakley". There is no documentation showing that this revolver was ever owned by Annie Oakley.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 22

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Cased Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver with Accessories

Lot 46

Colt 1849 Revolver 31 percussion

Manufactured in 1853. Featuring a five shot roll engraved cylinder, brass pin front sight on barrel marked "ADDRESS SAML COLT/ NEW-YORK CITY" and a hammer notched rear sight. The grips are smooth walnut. Complete with a red velvet lined hardwood case containing a brass powder flask, bullet mold, tin of caps, compartment of round bullets and key. Matching numbers including the wedge.

Has Box

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 31 percussion

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Lot 47

Colt 1851 Revolver 36

Produced in 1852. The barrel has been shortened to it's present length and front sight filed down. Single line address on the top barrel flat, "COLTS / PATENT" on the left side of the frame and naval scene on the cylinder. Matching serial number on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, backstrap cylinder and loading lever. One piece varnished grips. Much of the original silver remains on the grip frame

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36

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Lot 48

Colt 1851 Navy Revolver 36 cal

Manufactured in 1863. One line "U.S. AMERICA" address on barrel, "COLTS / PATENT" on the frame, "36 CAL" on the trigger guard and naval scene on the cylinder. Fixed sights, nickel finish, checkered hammer and smooth one piece walnut grips. Matching numbers, backstrap number unreadable.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36 cal

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Lot 49

Colt 1849 Revolver 31 percussion

Manufactured in 1853. The top barrel flat is marked with the two line New York address with brackets on each side, stagecoach scene on cylinder, matching numbers, brass grip straps, and smooth walnut grips.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 31 percussion

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Lot 50

Colt 1851 Navy Revolver 36 cal

Square post front sight on barrel with standard one line address. "COLTS/ PATENT" on left side of frame, naval scene on cylinder. Brass grip straps. Smooth walnut grips. Some finished over minor pitting and dings.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36 cal

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