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Lot 1125: Factory Engraved/Inlaid/Inscribed Colt New Pocket Revolver

Rare Documented Factory Engraved, Gold Inlaid, and Presentation Inscribed Colt New Pocket .32 Double Action Revolver with Pearl Grips and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 3, 2025

Lot 1125: Factory Engraved/Inlaid/Inscribed Colt New Pocket Revolver

Rare Documented Factory Engraved, Gold Inlaid, and Presentation Inscribed Colt New Pocket .32 Double Action Revolver with Pearl Grips and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 3, 2025

Estimated Price: $20,000 - $30,000
Price Realized:
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Rare Documented Factory Engraved, Gold Inlaid, and Presentation Inscribed Colt New Pocket .32 Double Action Revolver with Pearl Grips and Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: New Pocket
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 32 Colt
Barrel: 3 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: pearl
Stock:
Item Views: 436
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 120
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with crisp rifling.
Description:

This attractive factory engraved, inlaid and presentation inscribed revolver was manufactured in 1904. On page 370 of "The Book of Colt Firearms", Sutherland and Wilson note that the factory records for the New Pocket model revolver lists fewer than 15 being factory engraved, fewer than 10 being factory inlaid with gold, and fewer that 15 being hand inscribed. They go on to note that these revolvers displayed the typical contemporary engraving designs seen on other Colt revolvers at the time. Cuno A. Helfricht was the main master engraver at the time this revolver was made. The engraving covers more than 75% of the surfaces including the sides of the frame, cylinder, and barrel, and it features mostly floral scroll on a punchdot background. The factory inscription on the back strap reads, "Presented to T.J. COYLE/by his friends Dec. 15 1904." The factory "TJC" gold monogram is featured on the side plate. The accompanying factory letter confirms the revolver's configuration including these extremely rare and highly sought after special order features. The letter states that the revolver was shipped to H.C. Hallaner (address unavailable) on November 30, 1904 with a 3 1/2 inch barrel in .32 caliber, blue finish, pearl stocks, factory engraving, "TJC" gold inlaid monogram, and the aforementioned back strap presentation inscription. The top of the barrel is marked with the standard two-line address and patent dates, and the left side of the barrel is marked "COLT D.A. 32" in a banner. The right side of the frame has the Rampant Colt with "COLT" and "NEW POCKET" above and below. This frame marking is commonly observed on the left side of the frame but was moved to the right side on this example to accommodate the factory gold inlaid monogram. Provenance: The Charles Marx Collection

Rating Definition:

Exceptionally fine, retaining 80% original blue finish with a mix of thinning and smooth gray patina on the balance. The engraving and inscription are crisp. The monogram retains nearly all of the original gold inlay. The grips are very fine with chips at each toe and highly attractive fiery colors. Mechanically excellent. This rare factory engraved, gold inlaid, and presentation inscribed Colt New Model revolver will bring added dimension to any Colt or high art firearms collection.



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