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Lot 1828: Cased Set of Two Engraved and Gold Inlaid Colt Second Generation

Cased Set of Two Engraved and Gold Inlaid Colt Second Generation Cavalry Commemorative Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolvers with Factory Letter and Accessories

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 8, 2013

Lot 1828: Cased Set of Two Engraved and Gold Inlaid Colt Second Generation

Cased Set of Two Engraved and Gold Inlaid Colt Second Generation Cavalry Commemorative Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolvers with Factory Letter and Accessories

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 8, 2013

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $4,000
Price Realized:
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A) Colt Model 1860 Army 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: 1275
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 304
Class: Antique
Description:

This set is only 1 of the 17 that were engraved and gold inlaid. There is floral scroll engraving on the barrel lug and frame. Both sides of the hammer are engraved with the wolf's head motif. There is a gold band inlaid at the muzzle, small gold inlaid stars between the nipples on the cylinder and "33 of 40" is inlaid in gold on the left side of the frame. Fitted with a smooth walnut one piece grip with a boxed "MSH" cartouche. Comes with a two gun walnut case lined in royal blue velvet having two brass plaques on the lid. Comes with an empty cap tin, an engraved bullet mold, an engraved nipple wrench/screwdriver, an engraved powder flask and a shoulder stock with engraved brass hardware numbered to match the "A" gun. The factory letter verifies the configuration of both revolvers and that it was shipped to Jerry Berman and Sons on June 28th, 1979.

Rating Definition:

Near new with only a few light handling/storage marks overall. The brass hardware on the stock has some areas of patina. The case is very good with scattered scratches and dings. The accessories are all excellent.



B) Colt Model 1860 Army 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: 1275
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 304
Class: Antique
Description:

Similar to the "A" gun and in the same case.

Rating Definition:

Near new with some light handling/storage marks and a few small spots of discoloration overall.



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