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Lot 6298: Antique Black Powder Frame Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Antique "Black Powder Frame" Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter, Holsters, and Cartridge Belt

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 6, 2021

Lot 6298: Antique Black Powder Frame Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Antique "Black Powder Frame" Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter, Holsters, and Cartridge Belt

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 6, 2021

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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Antique "Black Powder Frame" Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter, Holsters, and Cartridge Belt

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Single Action Army
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 Colt
Barrel: 4 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1869
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 287
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:

The letter lists it in a ten gun shipment on February 19, 1885, to J.F. Schmelzer & Sons in Kansas City, Kansas, in .45 caliber with a 4 3/4" barrel and blue finish. Includes a lightly tooled holster and a belt with added cartridge loops and single blank cartridge as well as a second "Slim Jim" style holster for a longer barrel. The leather has moderate wear including flaking and some holes.

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