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Lot 477: Antique Colt Sheriff's Model 1878 Revolver

Antique Colt Sheriff's Model 1878 Double Action Revolver with Holster, Badge and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 6, 2021

Lot 477: Antique Colt Sheriff's Model 1878 Revolver

Antique Colt Sheriff's Model 1878 Double Action Revolver with Holster, Badge and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 6, 2021

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,400
Price Realized:
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Antique Colt Sheriff's Model 1878 Double Action Revolver with Holster, Badge and Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1878
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 LC
Barrel: 4 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
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Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
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.

WB - WOOD IS BETTER FOR THE PERCENT OF FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

The included factory letter lists this revolver as having a 4" barrel chambered in .45 LC with nickel finish and rubber grips when shipped to E. C. Meacham Arms Company in St. Louis, Missouri on April 20, 1889. With holster and St. Louis County deputy sheriff badge. Provenance: The Buckstix Collection

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