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Lot 3056:Colt 1855 Root Pocket Revolver 31 percussion

September 15th, 2013|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 3056:Colt 1855 Root Pocket Revolver 31 percussion

September 15th, 2013|Rock Island, IL
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Outstanding Cased Colt Model 1855 Root Sidehammer Pocket Revolver

This is an excellent example of a Colt Model 1855 7th Model Sidehammer Pocket revolver that was manufactured in 1867. This model is found in the serial number range of 11,075 to 14,000 with a total production of approximately 2,925. The Model 7 has a round loading lever with a Navy type latch and catch. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "ADDRESS COL. COLT/NEW-YORK U.S.A." near the breech. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Stagecoach Holdup scene and "COLT'S PATENT". The matching serial number, "11336" is marked on the underside of the barrel, the cylinder and on the butt. The revolver has a high polish blue finish on the barrel, frame and five-shot cylinder, the loading lever, hammer and cylinder pin are casehardened and it is fitted with a smooth one-piece varnished walnut grip. The revolver comes in a mahogany American style case with purple velvet lining and five compartments. In the case is a blue iron double cavity bullet mold with "31PKT" stamped on the right block and "COLT'S/PATENT" stamped on the iron sprue cutter, a Pocket Model powder flask with detailed embossed eagle and crossed revolvers on both sides of the body, a gold plated brass top with fixed charger and niter blue spring, a blue L-shaped nipple wrench/screwdriver and a sealed tin of 100 Winchester/Goldmarks percussion caps.

ConditionExcellent. The revolver retains 90% plus of the bright original high polish blue finish with wear mostly limited to some minor flaking on the barrel and cylinder and some thinning on the back strap. The cylinder retains at least 95% of the Stagecoach Holdup scene. The hammer and loading lever retain most of the original vivid case colors. The grip is excellent, 95% of the piano finish remains showing some lower edge wear and a small shallow gouge on the lower right rear. The markings are crisp and clear. The action is crisp and functions perfectly. The case is good with some minor cracks in the lid but the exterior shows minimal handling wear. The velvet lining on the lid is very good with wear limited to some minor compression marks. The lining in the case bottom is good with moderate wear. The lining is dusty and discolored from contact with the revolver and accessories. The bullet mold is very good with 75% of the original blue finish. The powder flask is excellent with 90% plus of the brown lacquer finish on the body and 95% of the gold plated finish on the brass top and charger. The flask body shows only light handling wear. The screwdriver/nipple wrench is excellent with most of the original blue finish. The cap tin has not been opened and is excellent, however is not original to the case. This is an outstanding example of a Colt Model 1855 7th Model Sidehammer Pocket Revolver with factory case and accessories.
Details
ManufacturerColt
Model1855 Root Pocket
TypeRevolver
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge31 percussion
Barrel3 1/2 inch round
Finishblue
Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1672
Catalog page24
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