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Lot #2359

Lot 2358: Two Scarce Colt Model 1877 Lightning DA Revolvers w/ American Ex

Two Scarce Colt Model 1877 Lightning Double Action Revolvers with American Express Co. Markings

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 25, 2016

Lot 2358: Two Scarce Colt Model 1877 Lightning DA Revolvers w/ American Ex

Two Scarce Colt Model 1877 Lightning Double Action Revolvers with American Express Co. Markings

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 25, 2016

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) Colt Model 1877 Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1877 Lightning
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 Colt
Barrel: 4 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 1447
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 153
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Rating:

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

Description:

Manufactured in 1901. American Express purchased about 1,200 of these revolvers. Marked "Am. Exp. Co. 676 123715" on the back strap.

B) Colt Model 1877 Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1877 Lightning
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 Colt
Barrel: 4 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 1447
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 153
Class: Antique
Rating:

OE - GOOD - some minor replacement parts; metal smoothly rusted or lightly pitted in places, cleaned; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal legible; lightly scratched, bruised or minor cracks repaired; in good working order.

Description:

Manufactured in 1905. Marked "Am. Exp. Co. [scratched out numbers]."

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