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Lot #57

Lot 56: Two Colt Lightning Slide Action Rifles

Two Colt Lightning Slide Action Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 19, 2011

Lot 56: Two Colt Lightning Slide Action Rifles

Two Colt Lightning Slide Action Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 19, 2011

Estimated Price: $800 - $1,000
Price Realized:
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A) Colt Medium Frame Lightning Slide Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Lightning-Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 38
Barrel: 26 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 801
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:

Made in 1886, standard markings and features, "Charles / Barnes / Knox Co. ILL." marked on frame. Action doesn't function.

B) First Year Production Colt Lightning Large Frame Slide Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Lightning-Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 40
Barrel: 28 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 801
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.

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

Description:

Made in 1887, barrel gauges at approximately 40 (no caliber marking), contrasting two piece forearm.

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