The accompanying factory letter states this revolver was shipped on June 28, 1876 to J.P. Moores Sons of New York City, in .45 caliber and blue finish, with barrel length and type of grips not listed, a common indication of a 7 1/2 inch barrel and walnut grip, which were standard for the period. This shipment was for 50 guns. J.P Moores was one of Colt's many large distributors, a first stop for thousands of firearms that were destined to head farther west. The Colt Single Action Army was one of the most popular handguns in the late 19th century, and is easily the most iconic and most thoroughly associated with the American West. This example was manufactured in a time when much of the West remained untamed, and it certainly has the classic charming look of a well cared for authentic western gun. The top of the barrel has the standard one-line Colt Hartford address on top, the left of the frame has the two-line patent dates, "45CAL" marked on the left of the trigger guard, matching serial number marked on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard, and butt, with assembly number "4999" marked on the loading gate. It is fitted with blade and groove sights and a smooth walnut one-piece grip. Provenance: The Charles Marx Collection