OD - VERY GOOD- all original parts; none to 30% original finish; original metal surfaces smooth with all edges sharp; clear lettering, numerals and design on metal; wood slightly scratched or bruised.

PRF - PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED OR RESTORED

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.

Refinished. All metal surfaces show signs of cleaning and are an artificial grayish patina with some scattered minor pitting. The brass has been cleaned and is beginning to age again. The grips are bit ill-fitting at the top of the backstrap and remain very good with a few minor pressure dents and dings. All markings are readable. The action is tight.