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Lot 212: Civil War Era Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Attractive Civil War Era Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver with Special Order Grip

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 17, 2024

Lot 212: Civil War Era Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Attractive Civil War Era Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver with Special Order Grip

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 17, 2024

Estimated Price: $5,500 - $7,500
Price Realized:
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Attractive Civil War Era Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver with Special Order Grip

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1851 Navy
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 36
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened/silver
Grip: antique ivory
Stock:
Item Views: 1885
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 216
Class: Antique
Description:

This revolver was manufactured in 1862 and has the "I" suffix stamped above/below the main serial numbers used to indicate special order grips like the one found on this revolver. The grip also has the matching partial serial number properly handwritten in black ink in the back strap mortise. It may have been ordered by or for a Union Army officer as the Model 1851 Navy was the standard sidearm of the period. It has a brass cone front sight, "-ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-" along the top of the barrel, the standard Naval Battle of Campeche scene and patent markings, and all matching serial numbers.

Rating Definition:

Very fine overall. The revolver appears to have seen very little if any use and has all of the cylinder safety pins, 85% plus bright original high polish blue finish remains on the barrel, distinct battle scene and blend of gray and brown patina on the cylinder, 80% plus of the vibrant original case colors, traces of original silver plating on the grip frame which displays aged patina on the exposed brass, and minor marks and scratches. The excellent original grip has very attractive natural tones and grain, a minor age crack near the heel, and minor handling and storage marks. Mechanically excellent.



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