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Lot #118
Lot #120

Lot 119: Pinkerton Agency Marked Colt Model 1877 Thunderer Revolver

Pinkerton Agency Marked Antique Colt Model 1877 Thunderer Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter, Badge, and Actor Dale Robertson Memorabilia

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 4, 2024

Lot 119: Pinkerton Agency Marked Colt Model 1877 Thunderer Revolver

Pinkerton Agency Marked Antique Colt Model 1877 Thunderer Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter, Badge, and Actor Dale Robertson Memorabilia

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 4, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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Pinkerton Agency Marked Antique Colt Model 1877 Thunderer Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter, Badge, and Actor Dale Robertson Memorabilia

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1877 Thunderer
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 41 Long Colt
Barrel: 4 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 2482
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Manufactured 1890, "PINKERTON/AGENCY/389" and "JOHN P. McPHARLAND/DENVER" stamped on the left and right of the frame respectively. Included factory letter confirms the configuration and shipment to E.C. Meacham Arms Co. in St. Louis on 29 April 1890. With a "PINKERTON/NATIONAL/DETECTIVE/AGENCY" marked badge and a print of a Dale Robertson signed photograph (signature printed on photo) and a Dale Robertson trading card. Robertson featured in many Western television shows and movies, some involving the Pinkerton agency and Wells Fargo.

Rating Definition:

Good, with faint traces of original finish, some scattered light spotting and pitting, and the well-worn grips having some minor handling marks. Cylinder is slightly out of time in double action, otherwise mechanically functions.



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