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Lot 288: Two Colt Percussion Revolvers

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Lot 288: Two Colt Percussion Revolvers

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Estimated Price: $2,750 - $4,500
Price Realized:
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A) Cased Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1849
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 31
Barrel: 4 inch octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened/silver
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 647
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with crisp rifling.
Description:

Manufactured in 1855, visible serial numbers match. Leather bound French fitted case contains "L" shaped combination tool, powder flask, brass bullet mold.

Rating Definition:

Fine overall as refinished with handling marks. Mechanically needs work as hammer does not hold in the half or full cock positions.



B) Colt Model 1855 "Root" Sidehammer Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1855 Sidehammer
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 28
Barrel: 3 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 647
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is partially dark with pitting and distinct rifling.
Description:

Manufactured 1857.

Rating Definition:

Very fine overall as refinished with handling marks, sanded grip. Mechanically needs work as hammer does not lock correctly when action is cycled and hammer does not release properly when trigger is pulled.



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