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Lot 1239: Colt 1860 Army Revolver 44 percussion

Very Fine Civil War Martially Inspected Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2011

Lot 1239: Colt 1860 Army Revolver 44 percussion

Very Fine Civil War Martially Inspected Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2011

Estimated Price: $6,500 - $9,000
Price Realized:
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Very Fine Civil War Martially Inspected Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1860 Army
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44 percussion
Barrel: 8 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
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Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 235
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured in 1862. The revolver has a three screw frame cut for a shoulder stock and is marked "COLTS/PATENT" on the left side. The barrel has the one line New York address and the cylinder has the navy scene. The "6" in the barrel and frame serial number (51165) has been restamped. There are single letter inspector marks on most of the components. Both sides of the grip have a clear and crisp cartouche.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. The barrel retains 40% original blue finish, mostly on the protected areas of the lug and underside and the back strap retains 60% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. The cylinder retains most of the roll engraved scene and 20% of original blue finish remaining in the rebated area with the balance a smooth brown patina. The frame retains 60% of original case colors. The brass is fine. The slightly undersized grips are very fine with excellent cartouches and a couple small slivers of wood missing on the forward lower corners. Mechanically fine.



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