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Lot #118
Lot #120

Lot 119: Two Colt Lightning Slide Action Long Guns

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 16, 2024

Lot 119: Two Colt Lightning Slide Action Long Guns

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 16, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,500 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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A) Colt Small Frame Lightning Rifle

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Lightning
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 24 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1216
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Manufactured 1903.

Rating Definition:

Fine overall with some of the original finish, some scattered light pitting, a few minor cracks in the slide handle, and minor handling marks in the stock. Mechanically fine.



B) Antique Colt Medium Frame Lightning "Baby" Saddle Ring Carbine

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Lightning-Carbine
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 44-40 WCF
Barrel: 20 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1216
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Manufactured in 1895, the "Baby Carbine" was slimmed down by Colt to weigh approximately 5 pounds 10 ounces rather than the 6 pounds 4 ounces of the standard carbines.

Rating Definition:

Good overall as refinished with much of the blue finish, some light pitting scattered throughout, and a minor crack in the slide handle and minor handling marks in the wood. Mechanically fine.



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