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Lot #2375

Lot 2374: Factory Engraved Colt London Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Cased Factory Engraved Colt London Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Lot 2374: Factory Engraved Colt London Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Cased Factory Engraved Colt London Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Estimated Price: $4,000 - $6,000
Price Realized:
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Cased Factory Engraved Colt London Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1851 Navy
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 36
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 634
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is darkened with some light pitting/oxidation and visible rifling.
Description:

Manufactured 1853-1857 in London, 50% coverage factory floral scroll engraving, hand engraved "COLTS PATENT" mark, London proofs on barrel and cylinder, all visible numbers are matching including the arbor pin, wedge is unnumbered. Includes a relined hardwood case, powder flask, Colt's patent bullet mold, oiler, cap and patch tins, cleaning rod, key, and some balls. Provenance: The Charles Marx Collection

Rating Definition:

Very good, with traces of original silver, refinished barrel, surface pitting, mostly crisp engraving, and a few scattered light handling marks on the lightly refinished undersize grip. Mechanically fine. Case is relined and accessories are fine to very good.



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