Manufactured in 1879 with the much sought after etched caliber panel. The matching numbered barrel has the one-line address stamped on top, "44," indicating 44 WCF caliber, stamped on the underside and the etched panel "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" on the left side. This etched barrel panel marking was officially replaced by the Colt factory in the early 120,000 serial number range with the much easier to produce and larger roll-stamping. The left side of the frame is marked with the three-line, three-patent dates, and the upper left front of the trigger guard is marked "44 CF." The matching serial number is on the frame, trigger guard, back strap, cylinder and barrel. The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver with .44-40 caliber chambering and blue finish when it was shipped to Hartley & Graham of New York City on January 31, 1880. The barrel length and type of stocks are not listed, which usually indicates 7 1/2 inches and walnut, respectively.

Very good plus. The revolver has a mottled gray patina with 30% of the bright original blue finish and traces of case colors remaining in the protected areas. There is some very scattered minor pitting. The original etched panel is clear. The grips are fine showing much of the varnish, high edge wear and some minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.