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Lot #46
Lot #48

Lot 47: Colt 1851 Revolver 36

Altered Colt Model 1851 Pocket Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 14, 2008

Lot 47: Colt 1851 Revolver 36

Altered Colt Model 1851 Pocket Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 14, 2008

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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Altered Colt Model 1851 Pocket Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1851
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 36
Barrel: 5 inch octagon
Finish: blue/ silver/ casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 514
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 9
Class: Antique
Rating:

OC - FINE- all original parts; over 30% original finish, sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal and wood; minor marks in wood.

Description:

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

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