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Lot #1296
Lot #1298

Lot 1297: Desirable Colt Medium Frame Slide Action Lightning Baby Carbine

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2012

Lot 1297: Desirable Colt Medium Frame Slide Action Lightning Baby Carbine

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2012

Estimated Price: $5,500 - $8,000
Price Realized:
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Desirable Colt Medium Frame Slide Action Lightning Baby Carbine

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Lightning-Carbine
Type: Carbine
Gauge: 32-20
Barrel: 20 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2822
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 138
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured in 1886. The top of the barrel is marked with the two line address/Elliot's patent dates just ahead of the rear sight, the left side of the barrel is marked "32 Cal" and below that are several British proof marks as well as ".3000". A "crown/ V" proof mark is marked on the left upper side of the receiver at the breech and the Rampant Colt is marked on the side. Block blade front sight and folding leaf carbine rear sight graduated to 900 yards. Saddle ring and staple are mounted on the left side of the receiver. Mounted with a checkered forearm and plain straight grip stock with a iron carbine buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. The carbine retains 60% plus original blue finish, thinning in areas giving way to a smooth plum patina. The buttplate is a mix of bright original blue finish and a smooth brown patina. The wood is also very fine with smooth minor bruising in the otherwise crisp checkering, and overall there are some scattered minor dings. Mechanically fine. The markings remain crisp and clear.



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