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Lot 60: Antique Colt Sheriff's Model 1877 "Rainmaker" .32 Colt Revolver

Rare Antique Colt Sheriff's Model 1877 Ejectorless "Rainmaker" .32 Colt Double Action Revolver

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Lot 60: Antique Colt Sheriff's Model 1877 "Rainmaker" .32 Colt Revolver

Rare Antique Colt Sheriff's Model 1877 Ejectorless "Rainmaker" .32 Colt Double Action Revolver

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,500
Price Realized:
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Rare Antique Colt Sheriff's Model 1877 Ejectorless "Rainmaker" .32 Colt Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1877
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 32 Colt
Barrel: 4 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
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Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is partially dark with pitting and mostly distinct rifling.
Description:

Manufactured in 1895. This is one of approximately 200 of Colt's Model 1877 revolver that were chambered in .32 Long Colt and nicknamed the "Rainmaker". Making this specific example even more rare is the fact that it is in Sheriff's Model configuration with a 4 1/2 inch barrel and no ejector. Provenance: The Charles Marx Collection

Rating Definition:

Very good with gray patina, scattered pitting, strong traces of original finish visible on the grip straps, some softened checkering on the grips. Mechanically needs work: action works in double action only.



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