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Lot 1199: Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

Very Fine Civil War Era Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 3, 2025

Lot 1199: Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

Very Fine Civil War Era Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 3, 2025

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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Very Fine Civil War Era Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1849
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 31
Barrel: 4 inch octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: varnished walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 510
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 188
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright with some scattered patches of corrosion, and distinct rifling.
Description:

Manufactured in 1863, during the middle of the Civil War. The Colt Model 1849 Pocket was the most popular Colt revolver of the 19th century but remains hard to acquire in very high condition given most examples appear to have actually been carried. This is especially true for the earlier '49 Pockets which were popular in the antebellum west, including in the gold fields. It has a cone front sight, two-line New York barrel address, standard patent markings, and matching visible serial numbers on the loading lever, barrel, frame, trigger guard, back strap, cylinder, cylinder arbor pin, and wedge.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retains 75% plus original high polish blue finish on the barrel, 20% original blue finish on the cylinder exhibiting smooth brown patina on the balance, 90% vibrant original case colors on the loading lever, frame and hammer, attractive golden lightly aged patina on the brass, with crisp markings and cylinder scene. Grip is also very fine with some minor outer surface flaking along the lower edges, a few light handling marks, and tight fitment. Mechanically excellent.



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