This revolver is a classic example of one only 11,000 Model 1849 Pocket revolvers manufactured at Colt's short lived London factory. While the model was the most popular Colt of the 19th century in America, the Model 1851 Navy was significantly more popular in the U.K. with around 42,000 manufactured. Many of the London Colt revolvers were purchased by officers in the Royal Army and Navy. This revolver was manufactured in 1854 and has the distinctive "{ADDRESS. COL. COLT./LONDON.}" barrel marking, London proof and view marks, and iron grip frame of the London factory revolvers. The barre has a cone front sight. The cylinder has the classic stagecoach holdup scene, and the left side of the frame has the "COLTS/PATENT" marking. The revolver is blued and casehardened and is fitted with a varnished walnut grip. The back strap is non-factory inscribed with "A.M.B. from C.T.D." Unfortunately, with no provenance, the identities of the presenter and recipient remain unknown. It comes in a fitted case with the same inscription in three lines on the lid escutcheon, blue lining, cleaning rod, L-shaped combination tool, blued Colt patent ball/bullet mold, Eley Bros. cap tin, and a James Dixon & Sons flask. Provenance: The Norm Vegely Collection

Fine with 75% plus original case colors, 40% original blue on the barrel, traces of blue on the cylinder, legible cylinder scene and other markings, 30% original blue on the grip straps, and smooth gray and brown patina on the balance. The grip is also very good and has some minor dings and scratches and light handling and storage wear. Mechanically excellent. The case and accessories are mostly very fine with minor age and storage related wear. Overall, this is a very attractive and desirable cased set. Cased London Model 1849 Pockets are hard to find in nice condition.