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Lot 32: Colt 1849 Revolver 31

Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 14, 2008

Lot 32: Colt 1849 Revolver 31

Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 14, 2008

Estimated Price: $850 - $1,200
Price Realized:
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Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1849
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 31
Barrel: 4 inch octagon
Finish: blue/ casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
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Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 7
Class: Antique
Rating:

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.

Description:

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.

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