Lot 255: U.S. Ainsworth Colt Cavalry Model Single Action Army Revolver
Desirable U.S. Ainsworth Inspected Colt Cavalry Model Single Action Army Revolver with John Kopec Letter
Auction Date: February 14, 2023
Lot 255: U.S. Ainsworth Colt Cavalry Model Single Action Army Revolver
Desirable U.S. Ainsworth Inspected Colt Cavalry Model Single Action Army Revolver with John Kopec Letter
Auction Date: February 14, 2023
Estimated Price: $3,000 - $5,000
Price Realized: 
Desirable U.S. Ainsworth Inspected Colt Cavalry Model Single Action Army Revolver with John Kopec Letter
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Single Action Army
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 LC
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: walnut
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Class: Antique
Rating:
OC - FINE- all original parts; over 30% original finish, sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal and wood; minor marks in wood.
NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.
WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN
Description:
Manufactured 1874. In his included letter Colt expert and author John Kopec states the revolver was refinished at the Colt factory (Colt refinishing no. 185 stamped on a number of components) and then refinished again at a later time, grips are replacements and drilled for two grip pins, and first style ejector modified to be used with a barrel stud, but stud never fitted.
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