This impressive factory engraved, silver and gold plated revolver was manufactured by the Colt Custom Shop as one of a limited run of only 250. Features standard fixed blade and frame notch sights, one-line Hartford address on top of the barrel, and in place of the normal patent dates, the left side of the frame has been stamped "February 26,1846/January 10, 1917" the birth and death dates of famed wild west showman Buffalo Bill Cody. According to "The Post-War Colt Single-Action Revolver, 1976-1986" by Wilkerson the factory "C" level engraving was performed by A.A. White Engravers. Features American scroll with contrasting punch dot backgrounds. The left side of the barrel is inscribed "Buffalo Bill Historical Center/WINCHESTER MUSEUM/1 of 250" followed by a horse and rider scene. The left side of the recoil shield is engraved with a detailed bust of an American bison. Fitted with a brilliantly gold plated ejector rod and housing, cylinder pin, cylinder, trigger, and hammer. The grips are smooth with a scrimshawed image of Buffalo Bill and his "TE" cattle brand on the left panel and inset Colt Custom Shop medallions. Includes the original box numbered to the gun and papers.

Near new in box with light handling marks and fine, sharp engraving and inscriptions. The grips are excellent with light handling marks and attractive color. Mechanically excellent. The box is very good with the detached end label, corner and edge wear, and storage marks. Provenance: Robert M. Lee Collection.