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Lot 1714: Cased Engraved Colt Diamondback Revolver with Factory Letter

Excellent Factory Engraved Colt Diamondback Double Action Revolver with Case and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 9, 2023

Lot 1714: Cased Engraved Colt Diamondback Revolver with Factory Letter

Excellent Factory Engraved Colt Diamondback Double Action Revolver with Case and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 9, 2023

Estimated Price: $6,000 - $10,000
Price Realized:
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Excellent Factory Engraved Colt Diamondback Double Action Revolver with Case and Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Diamondback
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22 LR
Barrel: 6 inch vent rib
Finish: blue
Grip: rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 1286
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 473
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

The included factory letter confirms the current configuration as having a 6 inch barrel chambered in .22 LR with blue finish, stocks not listed, and class "A" engraving with engraver not listed when sent in a shipment of twelve to William Winkelman in Merrill, Wisconsin, on September 21, 1979. Winkelman owned Bills House of Guns, which was one of the largest firearms retailers in the state of Wisconsin prior to his retirement in 1988. Fitted with checkered rubber Colt grip with gold medallions. Grip frame marked "COLT ENG". Includes original Colt Custom shipping box, "VINCIT QUI PATITUR" marked leatherette display case, and spare set of checkered walnut grips with gold Colt medallions.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with minimal handling marks and crisp grip checkering. The display case is also excellent. Mechanically excellent.



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