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Lot #3193
Lot #3195

Lot 3194: Colt 1878 Revolver 44-40

Colt Frontier Six Shooter Model 1878 Double Action Revolver with Ivory Grips

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 8, 2013

Lot 3194: Colt 1878 Revolver 44-40

Colt Frontier Six Shooter Model 1878 Double Action Revolver with Ivory Grips

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 8, 2013

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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Colt Frontier Six Shooter Model 1878 Double Action Revolver with Ivory Grips

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1878
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44-40
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: ivory
Stock:
Item Views: 1241
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 95
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured in 1898. The barrel has the one line Hartford address on top and "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" on the left side. The left side of the frame has a circled Rampant Colt. Fitted with smooth ivory grips and a lanyard ring on the butt.

Rating Definition:

Very good. The revolver retains 30% original blue finish with a smooth gray patina on the balance. Some light pitting is present. The shrunken grips are good with fine age cracking and a filled repair (right panel). Mechanically fine. A colorful Old West Colt Model 1878 DA Revolver!



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