From 1895 to 1903 a number of "US" marked Single Action Armies, like this one, were returned to either the Colt factory or Springfield Armory where they were modified (to 5 1/2 inch barrel length), dismantled and refinished, often with little regard to which gun the refinished parts came from resulting in a mix of serial numbers and markings. (Writer believes this SAA to be a Colt factory rework. These revolvers have a 5 1/2 inch barrel, casehardened frame and blue cylinder, grip frame, and barrel. The serial numbers are mixed on these altered models and they were remarked by inspectors of the era. This revolver is serial numbered "136366" on the frame with "RAC" above the number, "18702" over a "C" on the trigger guard, "6742" on the back strap, and"1914" on the cylinder which is also marked with a "K" on the rear face and "P" on the side. It bears the standard one line address on top of the barrel, 2 "P"s marked on the bottom of the barrel and the two line, two patent date marking on the left side of the frame followed by "U.S.". The loading gate is numbered "728". It has the early "bulls eye" style ejector rod head, standard blade front and frame notch rear sights, and is fitted with smooth one-piece walnut grips stamped with a small "R.A.C." on the bottom of both sides, and marked "1903" over a boxed "RAC" cartouche on the right side.

Very fine as Colt factory refurbished for U.S. . The barrel retains 85% blue finish, the cylinder retains 30% blue finish with a smooth brown patina on the balance, and the grip straps are a mix of blue finish and smooth mottled gray patina. The frame and hammer retain 80% of the vivid case colors. The grip is fine with some minor lower edge wear overall with a few minor dents and scratches. The cartouches are clear. The markings are clear and crisp. The action is excellent.