This revolver's serial number dates to 1853 and it was subsequently converted for centerfire ammunition in the mid-1870s. It features elaborate feathered scroll engraving with punch-dot backgrounds, an eagle mask by the wedge on the left, another mask motif on the hammer, floral accents, and a variety of border patterns. The ejector housing and cylinder display a slightly different style of factory engraving. The barrel has a brass cone front sight and the one-line New York City barrel address. The left side of the frame has the small "COLTS/PATENT" marking, and the loading gate is numbered "398." The ejector rod button is installed backwards, and some of the chambers are wider at the outer wall. The revolver is fitted with a smooth grip.

Fine with 80% plus period refurbished case colors and silver plating remaining, 40% factory blue finish, distinct engraving, mostly distinct markings, and generally mild overall wear including some minor oxidation and pitting. The grip is also very fine and has attractive natural aged tones and grain, minor marks, and light edge wear. Mechanically fine.