This commercial production Colt Model 1848 Dragoon revolver was manufactured in 1854. The Third Model Dragoon can be quickly distinguished by its round trigger guard and was the most widely used of Colt's massive "horse pistols" that began with the famous Colt Walker. Around 10,500 Third Models were manufactured in 1851 to 1861. Many of these saw hard use out West and during the Civil War. Replacement blade front sight, "-ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY-" marked on the barrel, cylinder scene and patent markings, and all matching visible serial numbers, with an unnumbered wedge.

Very good with artificial smooth brown and gray patina on the iron surfaces, crisp cylinder scene, some patches of light pitting, and lightly aged golden patina on the brass. The refinished grip is good with general light wear, recut bottom edges, and absent chipped bottom front corners. Mechanically fine.