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Lot 677: Colt 3rd Gen SAA "The Old World Engravers Sampler" Revolver

Colt Third Generation Single Action Army "The Old World Engravers Sampler" Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 8, 2023

Lot 677: Colt 3rd Gen SAA "The Old World Engravers Sampler" Revolver

Colt Third Generation Single Action Army "The Old World Engravers Sampler" Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 8, 2023

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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Colt Third Generation Single Action Army "The Old World Engravers Sampler" Revolver with Box

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Single Action Army
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 Long Colt
Barrel: 5 1/2 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: horn
Stock:
Item Views: 728
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 471
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1997 as one of 500 revolvers engraved in the style of the classic Colt Master Engravers. The revolver displays floral scroll engraving on a punch dot background on the barrel, ejector rod housing, front sight, frame, and shoulders of the trigger guard. The top of the ejector rod housing and left side of the frame feature wavy line motifs, and a starburst on the ejector rod housing. The back strap, butt, and front of the trigger guard and bow have an intertwining line motif. "COLT" is engraved and highlighted in blue enamel at the top of the back strap. "L.D. NIMSCHKE G.YOUNG/C. HELFRICHT R. KORNBRATH" is inscribed on the butt. Fitted with a pair of horn grips with Colt medallions. Includes Colt blue box and original shipping carton.

Rating Definition:

Very fine overall, retaining 98% original nickel finish with limited handling marks, oxidation on the firing pin and hammer well, and crisp engraving. The box is very fine. Mechanically excellent.



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