The Model 1860 Army was the primary revolver used by the Union during the Civil War. This example was manufactured in 1863. Full and partial matching serial number marked on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, back strap, cylinder, and arbor pin. Mismatched wedge. Grip lacks U.S. inspector cartouche. Includes an all blued "COLT'S/PATENT" and "44 H" marked two cavity bullet mold with U.S. inspector mark "A.H.K." Provenance: Property of a Distinguished Southern Clergyman

Very good, displaying a smooth gray patina with the barrel retaining 40% original blue finish, some original blue finish on the back strap at the top and butt, and 25% of the original case colors mostly contained in the protected areas. Most of the cylinder scene remains. The grip is very good with minor dings and scratches and high edge wear. The trigger guard is slightly bent in the front. Mechanically fine. The bullet mold is fine, retaining 90% refinished blue finish with light spotting. A Civil War era Colt Model 1860 Army percussion revolver with great authentic working gun character.