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Lot #79

Lot 78: Two Antique Colt Revolvers

Two Antique Colt Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 24, 2015

Lot 78: Two Antique Colt Revolvers

Two Antique Colt Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 24, 2015

Estimated Price: $1,100 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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A) Colt New Line 38 Caliber Etched Panel Revolver with Scarce 2 3/4 Inch Barrel

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: New Line
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 Colt
Barrel: 2 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 2164
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 31
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured in 1877 with the standard two line Hartford barrel address, etched "COLT NEW 38" on the left, "38 CAL C" on the left side of the framed, and the matching serial number on the cylinder, barrel, and frame.

Rating Definition:

Very good plus. The revolver retains 20% of the original case colors on the frame and traces of the original blue finish with otherwise a brown patina. There are some light scratches throughout. The grips are also very good with several dings and minor scratches along with wear on the high edges. Mechanically fine with legible markings.



B) Colt New House Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: New House
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 Colt CF
Barrel: 2 1/4 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 2164
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 31
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured in 1883, with the two line Hartford barrel address, etched "COLT HOUSE 38" caliber marking, and "38 CAL" on left side of frame. It is fitted with hard rubber checkered grips with "COLT" in an oval at the top.

Rating Definition:

Very good. The revolver retains 40% of the original nickel plating along with nearly all of the nitre blue on the top of the hammer. There is some light pitting and minor oxidation along with handling and storage marks. The grips are fine with crisp checkering and only minor handling marks. Mechanically fine with clear markings.



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