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Lot #1844

Lot 1843: Two Cased Klay Associates Shipped Colt Second Generation Model 1

Collector's Lot of Two Cased Klay Associates Shipped Colt Second Generation Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolvers with Documentation

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 8, 2013

Lot 1843: Two Cased Klay Associates Shipped Colt Second Generation Model 1

Collector's Lot of Two Cased Klay Associates Shipped Colt Second Generation Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolvers with Documentation

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 8, 2013

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $4,750
Price Realized:
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A) Klay Associates Colt Model 1851 Navy with Accessories

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1851 Navy
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 36 percussion
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened/silver
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 3439
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 307
Class: Antique
Description:

This example has the high polish charcoal blue and vibrant case colors that are characteristic of Klay Associates. There is a "K" stamped underneath the serial number on the frame. Fitted with a nicely figured smooth one piece walnut grip. The factory letter states it was shipped to Klay Associates in the white, that it was specially polished and that it was shipped on July 8th, 1983. With correspondence between Frank Klay and the original buyer discussing options and a letter from Frank Klay showing the work performed. With a walnut display case lined in rust red velvet, an empty cap tin, a bullet mold, a nipple wrench/screwdriver, a powder flask, a shipping box for the case and a "woodgrain" box without a label.

Rating Definition:

Near new with only a few light handling/storage marks and some wear on the delicate nitre blue screws and trigger. The case is very good with a crack in the lid. The accessories are all very good or better.



B) Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1851 Navy
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 36 percussion
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: bright
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 3439
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 307
Class: Antique
Description:

This revolver was shipped to Klay Associates in the white. The factory letter confirms the configuration, that it was specially polished prior to shipment and that it was shipped to Klay Associates on July 8th, 1983 with the "A" gun. There is also a letter signed by Frank Klay stating that it was shipped to them and that Klay Associates did not perform any work on this revolver. With a Colt walnut case lined in wine colored velvet and a "woodgrain" box without a label.

Rating Definition:

Near new, the exterior surfaces remain bright with some scattered minor scratches and dings overall. The case is very good.



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