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Lot 123: Two Colt Double Action Revolvers

Two Colt Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 4, 2024

Lot 123: Two Colt Double Action Revolvers

Two Colt Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 4, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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A) "AMEXCO" Marked Colt New Service Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: New Service
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 Colt
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 1322
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

The included factory letter lists this revolver in .45 Colt with a 7 1/2 inch barrel, blue finish, and grips not listed when shipped to Norvell Shapleigh Hardware Company in St. Louis, Missouri on June 1, 1907 in a 10 gun shipment. Left Sideplate and backstrap both marked "AMEXCO/668", possibly an inventory marking of American Express Company. Interior of left grip hand marked "1930/APRIL 20/TO NY/ZIEBARTH" and interior of right grip hand marked "V.H. Texas".

Rating Definition:

Very good with some traces of original finish an overall grey and brown patina, scattered spotting/pitting, and a cylinder drag line. Grips are good with handling marks, softened checkering and some slight outward warping at the tops.. Mechanically excellent.



B) Colt Police Positive Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Police Positive
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 Colt New Police
Barrel: 4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 1322
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

Manufactured in 1906. British proofs marked on the barrel, frame, and cylinder. Left of barrel marked "D644". Butt marked "ADAMS CO/DENVER".

Rating Definition:

Very good with original finish, handling marks, spotting/pitting, and a cylinder drag line. Grips are very fine with some softened checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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