This revolver was manufactured in 1867 and has the style of engraving commonly seen on revolvers engraved by Schuyler, Hartley & Graham. Note the dog head engraving pattern on the hammer, the coarse scroll and punch dot engraving patterns and the checkered one piece grip which are all similar to other known Young engraved revolvers. Note the similar hammer on the Model 1860 Army on the top of page 82 of The Book of Colt Engraving and the similar grips on page 96. The revolver is marked with the one-line New York U.S. America address and the left side of the frame has the "COLTS/PATENT" marking. The "44 CAL" marking on the left shoulder of the trigger guard is mostly obscured by the engraving. The serial numbers match and "6233" is marked on the grip under the back strap. It has a blade front sight and the standard hammer notch rear sight. The loading lever, cylinder and hammer are finished in gold wash while the barrel, frame and grip frame are nickel plated.

Fine as period replated. The revolver retains 80% of the retailer possibly period applied nickel plating and 40% of the gold finish. There are areas of mild pitting and oxidation particularly on the loading lever and cylinder. The grip is very good and has some small chips and cracks on the lower edges, sharp checkering and attractive honey-cream tones. The markings are partially obliterated from the engraving and plating, but the engraving patterns are mostly clear. The action is fine.