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Lot 1319: Colt 1878 Revolver 44-40

Colt Model 1878 Frontier Six Shooter Etched Panel Double Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2011

Lot 1319: Colt 1878 Revolver 44-40

Colt Model 1878 Frontier Six Shooter Etched Panel Double Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2011

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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Colt Model 1878 Frontier Six Shooter Etched Panel Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1878
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44-40
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 808
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 265
Class: Antique
Description:

The top of the barrel has the one line Hartford address and the left side has the acid etched "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER". (mostly visible) "44 CAL" stamped on left side of trigger guard. Checkered grips with a rampant colt imprinted at the top.

Rating Definition:

Very good as reblued. The revolver retains most of the blue finish with some very scattered minor pitting under the finish. The grips are fine with an area of discoloration on the right panel, some scattered minor handling marks, and some wear in the checkering.



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