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Lot 22: Engraved Colt 1877 Lightning Revolver with 1849 Pearl Grips

Unusual Engraved Sheriff's Model Colt Model 1877 Lightning Double Action Revolver with "1849 Pocket Grip Frame" and Pearl Grips

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Lot 22: Engraved Colt 1877 Lightning Revolver with 1849 Pearl Grips

Unusual Engraved Sheriff's Model Colt Model 1877 Lightning Double Action Revolver with "1849 Pocket Grip Frame" and Pearl Grips

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,000
Price Realized:
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Unusual Engraved Sheriff's Model Colt Model 1877 Lightning Double Action Revolver with "1849 Pocket Grip Frame" and Pearl Grips

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1877 Lightning
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38
Barrel: 3 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: pearl
Stock:
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Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Bore Condition: The bore is partially bright and has patches of oxidation/pitting and distinct rifling.
Description:

This very distinctive revolver dates to 1904 and features an unusual Model 1849 Pocket style grip profile but in a smaller size, pearl grips, and engraving on the cylinder, butt, and trigger guard; and knurling on the grip straps. Provenance: The Charles Marx Collection

Rating Definition:

Fine with most of the period refinished blue remaining, some gray and brown patina, light oxidation/pitting, and fairly mild overall wear. The trigger return is a bit weak, but the revolver otherwise functions.



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