The Colt Model 1877 revolvers were Colt's first double action revolvers and were designed by William Mason who also helped design the Single Action Army. Like the latter, these revolvers were popular in the Old West. Along with its bullion embroidered holster rig, it is not hard to imagine this Model 1877 having spent time along the Texas-Mexico border. Manufactured in 1878, the second year of production. The top of the barrel has the standard two-line Hartford address and the left is marked with "COLT D.A. 38" in an etched panel. The three-line patent dates marking is on the left of the frame, and "38 CAL" is on the left of the trigger guard. The matching serial number is visible on the frame, trigger guard, and back strap, and the assembly number "375" is inside the loading gate. It has standard features and is fitted with a pair of period pearl grips. The high quality period holster rig has silver bullion embroidered floral pattern on the front of the holster and cartridge belt. The belt measures 40 inches in length and has 38 cartridge loops. Provenance: The Brig & Louise Pemberton Collection