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Lot #94

Lot 93: Colt-Burgess Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine

Scarce Colt-Burgess Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 16, 2024

Lot 93: Colt-Burgess Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine

Scarce Colt-Burgess Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 16, 2024

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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Scarce Colt-Burgess Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine with Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Burgess-Carbine
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 44-40 WCF
Barrel: 20 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1783
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

One of 1,219 rifles with a round barrel manufactured 1883-1885. This is the only lever action firearm made in any quantity in Colt's history. Included factory letter confirms the current configuration as well as shipment to E.C. Meacham Arms Co. in St. Louis, Missouri on August 7th, 1884. Broken firing pin.

Rating Definition:

Fair with an overall grey and brown patina, scattered spotting, cracked forearm and minor handling marks mostly on the wood. Mechanically excellent.



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