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Lot #4248
Lot #4250

Lot 4249: Two Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolvers

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 23, 2025

Lot 4249: Two Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolvers

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 23, 2025

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,400
Price Realized:
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A) Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1849
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 31
Barrel: 6 inch octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened/silver
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 470
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is partially dark with pitting/spotting and distinct rifling.
Description:

Manufactured in 1851, wedge is unnumbered, otherwise visible numbers match.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with a brown patina, pitting, much of the original silver plating remaining on the grip straps, grip with high edge wear and chipped toes. Mechanically fine.



B) Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1849
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 31
Barrel: 5 inch octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened/silver
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 470
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is partially dark with pitting and distinct rifling.
Description:

Manufactured in 1854, viable numbers match.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with a smooth gray patina, much of the original silver plating remaining on the grip straps, pitting, grip with high edge wear and handling marks. Mechanically fine.



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