Lot 2047:Antique Colt Black Powder Frame Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter

June 22nd, 2024|Bedford, TX

Lot 2047:Antique Colt Black Powder Frame Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter

June 22nd, 2024|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$2,000 - $3,500

Antique Colt Black Powder Frame Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter

The included factory letter lists this revolver as chambered in .45 caliber with 4 3/4" barrel, blue finish, and grips not listed when shipped to Simmons Hardware Co. in St. Louis, Missouri on May 9, 1885.

ConditionFair overall with an overall grey patina, handling marks, a cylinder drag line, some scattered pitting and repaired grip with a couple of absent chips. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerColt

ModelSingle Action Army

TypeRevolver

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge45 Long Colt

Barrel4 3/4 inch round

Finishblue/casehardened

Gripantique ivory

Bore conditionSlight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting

Item LocationBedford, TX