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Lot 1170:Colt Frontier Six Shooter Revolver 44-40

September 12th, 2009|Rock Island, IL

Lot 1170:Colt Frontier Six Shooter Revolver 44-40

September 12th, 2009|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$6,500 - $10,000

Fine Blackpowder Acid Etched Panel Colt Frontier Six Shooter Single Action Army Revolver with Period Money Belt Holster Rig

Manufactured in 1883. The top of the correct original matching number (under ejector rod housing) barrel is marked with the one line address, the left side has the etched "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" panel and the left side of the frame is marked with the three line, three patent dates. Matching serial number on frame, trigger guard and backstrap, with the partial serial number (9049) on the cylinder. "108" assembly number is stamped on the loading gate. Casehardened frame and hammer and remaining parts blue. With smooth walnut grips. Complete with an unmarked belt rig. The holster and belt feature a simple tooled pattern and the holster has a skirt. The belt is constructed out of a single piece of leather that has been folded over and the holster has stitching on one side.

ConditionFine. The revolver retains approximately 30% original bright high polished blue strongest around the ejector rod housing, around the trigger, and on the butt and top of the backstrap, otherwise has a smooth gray patina with minor traces of faded blue in the cylinder flutes. The muzzle is slight worn down at the top (honest saddle wear from horseback riding). There are a couple chips on the bottom of the left panel, otherwise the grips are fine with a couple minor gouges and dents and some minor dings and scratches. About half of the varnish remains. The belt rig is in very good condition with some minor age cracking and flaking. "ADT" has been carved on the front of the belt under the tongue. There is loose stitching (the entire length of belt) but the belt remains solid and is very good. The holster is fine. A very attractive original blackpowder Colt Frontier Six Shooter Single Action Army Revolver with period correct rig that is a true cowboy rig from the old west.

Details

ManufacturerColt

ModelFrontier Six Shooter

TypeRevolver

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge44-40

Barrel7 1/2 inch round

Finishblue/casehardened

Gripvarnished walnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL