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Lot 4283:Factory Engraved Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

February 23rd, 2025|Bedford, TX

Lot 4283:Factory Engraved Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

February 23rd, 2025|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$3,000 - $4,500

Factory Engraved Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

Manufactured in 1852. Factory engraved with dot denoting factory embellishment near the matching barrel, frame, trigger guard, and back strap. Loading lever, arbor pin, and cylinder also numbered to gun. Engraved "Sam Colt" barrel marking and "COLTS/PATENT" frame marking.

ConditionGood overall with a gray patina, some original silver plating remaining on grip straps, some pitting, mostly crisp engraving, grip with handling marks and high edge wear. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerColt

Model1849

TypeRevolver

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge31

Barrel5 inch octagon

Finishblue/casehardened/silver

Gripwalnut

Bore conditionThe bore is partially dark with pitting/spotting and distinct rifling.

Item LocationBedford, TX