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Lot #102
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Lot 103: Two Engraved Colt Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Lot 103: Two Engraved Colt Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,000
Price Realized:
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A) W.B. Ellis Signed Colt Model 1878 Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1878
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 Long Colt
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 934
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is partially dark with pitting/oxidation and distinct rifling.
Description:

Manufactured in 1881, subsequently engraved, "W.B. Ellis" signed on front of frame under cylinder pin.

Rating Definition:

Very good as embellished with a mix of blue finish and artificial brown patina, some pitting, crisp engraving, ill-fitting replacement grips. Mechanically fine.



B) Colt Model 1877 Lightning Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1877 Lightning
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38
Barrel: 4 3/8 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 934
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Bore Condition: The bore is partially dark with pitting and worn rifling.
Description:

Manufactured in 1906, subsequently engraved, "STAN JOY" and 9-digit number hand marked on grip frame under grips.

Rating Definition:

Good as embellished with traces of finish in protected areas, otherwise a gray patina, crisp engraving, worn grips. Barrel shortened. Mechanically functions but trigger must be manually reset after action is cycled.



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