Manufactured in 1879 and subsequently period New York engraved. The engraving mostly consists of fine floral scrollwork on a punch dot background along with entwining line and star burst pattern on top of the ejector rod housing, band of dots on the rear of the cylinder and outlining the recoil shield and loading gate and fan pattern on top of the back strap. The script initials "H.M.C." are engraved on the back strap. The barrel has the desirable "COLT DA 41" acid etched panel on the left side. The two-line Hartford barrel address is surrounded by scrollwork. "41 CAL" is marked on the left side of the trigger guard. The left side of the frame has the three-line patent dates marking inside an oval decorated with scroll flourishes. Matching serial numbers are on the frame, trigger guard and back strap. The copy of the factory letter confirms the 6 inch barrel in .41 caliber, nickel finish, and checkered grips. It was shipped to J.P Lower, Denver on February 8, 1879.

Very fine as period engraved. The revolver retains 80% original nickel finish with a smooth dark gray patina on the balance. The engraving is crisp. The etched caliber panel is clear. The checkered grip is also very fine with some high edge wear, otherwise crisp checkering overall. Mechanically needs work. A fine example of a classic Colt DA with period engraving and highly sought after etched panel.