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Lot 1971: Colt New Service Revolver 44-40

Early Production Colt New Service Double Action Revolver in 44-40

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 30, 2010

Lot 1971: Colt New Service Revolver 44-40

Early Production Colt New Service Double Action Revolver in 44-40

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 30, 2010

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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Early Production Colt New Service Double Action Revolver in 44-40

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: New Service
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44-40
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 441
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 122
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1903. Blade front and square notch rear sights. Barrel has the standard one line caliber marking on the left and the two-line, two-date patent markings on the top. The frame is marked with the Rampant Colt surrounded by "*COLT'S*/ NEW SERVICE", and is equipped with a checkered hammer and smooth trigger, square cylinder latch and a smooth ejector rod head. Unaltered 44 WCF chambering.

Rating Definition:

Excellent. The barrel retains 85% original blue finish with the left side of the barrel showing some thinning with a spotty gray/brown patina. The frame retains 90% of the original blue finish with spotting scattered overall and minor edge wear. The cylinder shows 95% original blue finish with a thin drag line and light edge wear. The hammer retains 90% of the niter blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina. The grips are excellent with crisp checkering and have aged to a deep brown color. Mechanically excellent.



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