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Lot 3214: Colt Single Action Revolver 45 Long Colt

Black Powder Colt Single Action Army Revolver, Documented to Two Generations of Western Actors

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2011

Lot 3214: Colt Single Action Revolver 45 Long Colt

Black Powder Colt Single Action Army Revolver, Documented to Two Generations of Western Actors

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2011

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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Black Powder Colt Single Action Army Revolver, Documented to Two Generations of Western Actors

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Single Action
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 Long Colt
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1633
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 198
Class: Antique
Description:

According to factory records (copy included) this revolver was shipped 27 March 1876 to H & D Folsom Arms of New York City. Fixed sights, with the one line Hartford address on the barrel, two-line patent dates on the frame, and "45 CAL" on the trigger guard. Matching numbers on the frame, grip straps and cylinder. Smooth one-piece burl walnut grips. Included with the lot is an authenticity letter from a prior owner, who states this arm was the property of Duke R. Lee (1881-1959) and his son Duke Lee (?-1999), aka "Big Duke" and "Little Duke". Big Duke rode with the Buffalo Bill Cody show, the Tom Mix Circus and the Miller Brothers 101 Wild West before making his break into film in 1915. Little Duke also worked as a rider in the Tom Mix Circus, and transitioned to film and television work. Also included are pictures of the Dukes, as well as a copy of Big Duke's filmography.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as completely replated, showing 98% of the nickel, with mild pitting and handling marks. Fine niter blue on the small parts, fading slightly on the screws. Grips are very fine as revarnished with mild dents and excellent grain. Mechanically very good.



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