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Lot 2233: Two Antique American Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Lot 2233: Two Antique American Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) Smith & Wesson .44 Double Action Frontier Revolver with Holster and Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 44 Double Action
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44-40 WCF
Barrel: 6 inch solid rib
Finish: nickel
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
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Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is partially dark with pitting and visible rifling.
Description:

Factory letter states the revolver was shipped on June 13, 1887 and delivered to Meacham Arms Co. of St. Louis, MO with a 6 1/2" barrel (current barrel is 6 inch, is numbered to the gun, and appears to be unaltered), and nickel finish. With open top black leather holster.

Rating Definition:

Fair overall with a gray patina, pitting, worn grips. Mechanically fine. Holster very good.



B) Colt Model 1878 Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1878
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 Long Colt
Barrel: 5 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 703
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is partially dark with pitting/spotting and visible rifling.
Description:

Manufactured in 1881.

Rating Definition:

Fair overall with gray patina, pitting, letter "H" marked on grip strap, worn grips. Mechanically very good.



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