Refurbished by Colt for the U.S. Navy in the mid-1870s. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with "-ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-". The left side of the frame is marked with the "PAT. JULY.25.1871./PAT.JULY. 2. 1872" patent markings. The cylinder is engraved with the Texas Navy battle scene. The left side of the trigger guard is stamped with "36 CAL". The replacement cylinder is stamped "COLTS PATENT NO. 41882". The barrel, frame, trigger guard, and back strap are numbered "3694", and the loading gate has "1385". "RIN" is tamped below the serial number at the toe.

Fine with 40% factory refurbished case colors, 30% blue on the barrel and loading lever, attractive aged patina on the grip frame, gray and light brown patina on the balance, some mild pitting, a small braised line on the bottom towards the muzzle, and general mild overall wear. The grip is also very good with mild overall wear including numerous dings and scratches. Mechanically fine.