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Lot #944
Lot #946

Lot 945: Two Documented Colt U.S. Army Model Double Action Revolvers

Two Colt U.S. Army Model Double Action Revolvers with Factory Letters

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 13, 2020

Lot 945: Two Documented Colt U.S. Army Model Double Action Revolvers

Two Colt U.S. Army Model Double Action Revolvers with Factory Letters

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 13, 2020

Estimated Price: $1,300 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) Antique Colt U.S. Army Model 1894 Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1894
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 Colt
Barrel: 6 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1171
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 78
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.

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

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Manufactured 1894. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration as well as shipment to the United States Government on 30 October 1894.

B) Colt U.S. Army Model 1896 Revolver with Springfield Research Letter

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1896
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 Colt
Barrel: 6 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1171
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 78
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. "R.A.C." inspected. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration as well as shipment to Benicia Arsenal on 25 February 1901. The included Springfield Research letter lists the revolver as sent to the Baltimore Zone Supply Officer on 5 March 1920.

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