Manufactured in 1855. The revolver has the large oval iron trigger guard, iron back strap and bordered hammer knurling. The top barrel flat is marked "-ADDRESS COL COLT. LONDON.-". "COLTS/PATENT" is restamped on the left side of the frame. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Texas Navy battle scene, "COLTS PATENT NO.38278" marking and London "Crown/V" and "Crown/GP" proof and inspection marks are stamped on the left side of the barrel lug and on the cylinder between each nipple recess. The matching serial number is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, back strap, wedge, loading lever and arbor pin. Brass post front, hammer notch rear sights and fitted with a varnished one piece walnut grip. Complete in a wooden case with green fabric lining. In the case is an unmarked bag shaped powder flask, unmarked iron two cavity bullet ,mold, Eley cap tin, partially full and several conical and round lead balls.

Very good plus. The metal surfaces have a dark and gray patina with overall scattered minor pitting. The cylinder scene is 25% visible. The grip is excellent with most of the original varnish, some very light wear and a few minor dings on the lower edge, a few minor dents and chips in the varnish. The markings are clear. The action is very good. The case is very good with a few minor scratches and dings on the exterior. The interior has been re-lined and the lining remains very good with some minor contact wear and minor staining. The flask is poor with a crudely repaired dent. The mold has a grayish brown patina with some minor pitting and the tin is very good.