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Auction Catalog #1041
Lot #2812

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Lot 2812: Colt "Fitz Special" Style 1917 Army Double Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 5, 2022

Lot 2812: Colt "Fitz Special" Style 1917 Army Double Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 5, 2022

Estimated Price: $1,500 - $2,500

Price Realized:

Colt "Fitz Special" Style 1917 Army Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt

Model: New Service

Type: Revolver

Gauge: 45 ACP

Barrel: 2 7/8 inch round

Finish: blue

Grip: walnut

Stock:

Item Views: 857

Item Interest: Active

Serial Number:

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout

Rating:

OB - EXCELLENT- all original parts; over 80% original finish; sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal; unmarred wood.

PRF - PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED OR RESTORED

Description:

"HGT" initials inscribed on the sideplate for "Howard Gordon Townsend" who was a Montgomery County, MD police office and Airforce veteran.

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