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Lot 1203: Colt Root Revolver 31 percussion

Cased Colt "Root" Model 1855 Sidehammer Pocket Percussion Revolver With Ivory Checkered Grips

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2010

Lot 1203: Colt Root Revolver 31 percussion

Cased Colt "Root" Model 1855 Sidehammer Pocket Percussion Revolver With Ivory Checkered Grips

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2010

Estimated Price: $2,250 - $3,250
Price Realized:
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Cased Colt "Root" Model 1855 Sidehammer Pocket Percussion Revolver With Ivory Checkered Grips

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Root
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 31 percussion
Barrel: 3 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: ivory
Stock:
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Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 238
Class: Antique
Description:

Model 5 version, produced circa 1862. Front post sight with notch rear sight, marked with the two line New York address on top of the barrel, patent markings in one of the cylinder flutes and on the cylinder pin. Full fluted cylinder, checkered hammer spur and smooth spur trigger. Grips are checkered one piece wraparound ivory. Walnut case lined with red velvet with Dixon bag powder flask and reproduction bullet mold.

Rating Definition:

Fine, approximately 40% blue finish remaining overall with the balance a dark brown patina mixed with spotting, tiny dings in the top backstrap and both sides of receiver. Grips are very good as slightly undersized, with a crack in the left side, age cracking of the base and a fine color. The wood case is very good with a few scattered tiny dings and soiling and contact wear of the lining.



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