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Lot #187

Lot 186: Cased Colt "London-London" Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 17, 2024

Lot 186: Cased Colt "London-London" Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 17, 2024

Estimated Price: $5,000 - $7,000
Price Realized:
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Cased Colt "London-London" Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1851 Navy
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 36
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened/silver
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1814
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 190
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured at Colt's London factory in 1855 and featuring a brass cone front sight, "-ADDRESS COL. COLT LONDON-" on the top of the barrel, London proof and view marks on the left side of the barrel and on the cylinder, "COLTS/PATENT" on the left side of the frame, small "7" markings on the iron grip straps and cylinder, and all matching serial numbers. It comes in an English fitted hardwood case with loading and cleaning directions label inside the lid, cleaning rod, several bullets/balls, Colt patent dual cavity bullet mold, L-shaped combination tool, oiler, Eley cap tin, key, and "FRARY, BENHAM & CO." powder flask.

Rating Definition:

Very good plus with 80% original silver plating on the trigger guard, 20% original blue on the barrel, mottled gray and brown patina on the balance, some mild pitting, most of the cylinder safety pins remaining, and general moderate wear. The grip is also very good and has moderate edge and handling wear, small dings and scratches, and fairly strong varnish. Mechanically fine. The case and accessories are very good with moderate wear.



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