Manufactured in 1876 as a Second Model. The left side of the rare 2 3/4 inch barrel has the desirable acid etched panel marked "COLT NEW 22", the top marked with the two-line address, the patent date on the bottom, and the matching serial number on the butt, rear of the cylinder ("0979"), and bottom of the barrel ("79"). There are small proofs on the cylinder that may be British. It is fitted with a pair of smooth hardwood grips. Provenance: The George S. Lewis Jr. Collection

Excellent, retains 95% plus of the original nickel finish with a few patches of minor flaking near the muzzle and the leading edges of the cylinder showing mostly a smooth grey patina. The grips are also excellent with a few scattered light handling marks. The cylinder rotates intermittently when the hammer is cocked.