Manufactured in 1863. The top barrel flat has the one line New York address, "COLTS/PATENT" on the left side of the frame and the stagecoach holdup scene is rolled engraved on the cylinder. The complete matching serial number is marked on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, cylinder and back strap, with the partial serial number "8939" on the loading lever and cylinder pin, and "38939" on the wedge and cylinder. Brass cone front and hammer notch rear sights, blue cylinder and barrel, silver plated trigger guard and back strap, and casehardened remaining parts. Fitted with a varnished one-piece walnut grip.

Excellent. The barrel and cylinder retain 90% original blue finish with scattered minor flaking, edge wear and thinning. The frame retains 95% plus vivid original case colors. The cylinder scene is sharp and clear. The trigger guard and backstrap retain 30% original silver plating, concentrated mainly in the protected areas. The exposed brass has a pleasant aged patina. The grip is excellent with 98% original varnish showing some minor lower edge wear and a few minor pressure dents. The markings are clear and crisp. The action is fine.