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Lot 817: Consecutively Serial Numbered Prototype Second Generation Colt/I

Consecutively Serial Numbered Prototype Second Generation Colt/Iver Johnson West Point 175th Year Commemorative Model 1860 Army Revolvers with Original Boxes and Factory Letters

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 15, 2013

Lot 817: Consecutively Serial Numbered Prototype Second Generation Colt/I

Consecutively Serial Numbered Prototype Second Generation Colt/Iver Johnson West Point 175th Year Commemorative Model 1860 Army Revolvers with Original Boxes and Factory Letters

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 15, 2013

Estimated Price: $1,700 - $2,500

A) Colt 1860 Army Prototype Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1860 Army Black Powder Series
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44 percussion
Barrel: 8 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1237
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 180
Class: Antique
Description:

This set of prototype revolvers were manufactured for Colt by Iver Johnson. They feature the standard markings and features with the added roll mark "WEST POINT 175th YEAR COMMEMORATIVE" on the left side of the barrel. The factory letter confirms the configuration, that it came in an Iver Johnson box and that it was kept by the Colt factory as a sample of early Second Generation production by Colt Blackpowder Arms Company. With the original Iver Johnson box numbered to the gun.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, 98% of the original blue finish remains with a light drag line on the cylinder and some scattered minor scratches and dings. The casehardened components retain 95% plus of the vivid case colors with some scratches on the loading lever, some areas of fading and some very minor freckling. The grip is excellent with only minor marks. There is some tarnish on the front sight blade. The box is very good with one corner split and some tape residue.



B) Colt 1860 Army Prototype Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1860 Army Black Powder Series
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44 percussion
Barrel: 8 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1237
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 180
Class: Antique
Description:

Consecutively numbered to the "A" gun. The factory letter confirms the configuration, that it was in an Iver Johnson box numbered to gun and that it was kept by the Colt factory as a sample of early second generation production. With Iver Johnson box numbered to the gun.

Rating Definition:

Near new with a few scattered minor handling/storage marks and a few small spots of minor oxidation. The box is very good with some tape residue and one split corner.



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