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Lot #3057

Lot 3056: Consecutive Pair of Colt Model 1871-1872 Open Top Revolvers

Cased Consecutive Pair of Colt Model 1871-1872 Open Top Single Action Revolvers with Factory Letters

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 15, 2018

Lot 3056: Consecutive Pair of Colt Model 1871-1872 Open Top Revolvers

Cased Consecutive Pair of Colt Model 1871-1872 Open Top Single Action Revolvers with Factory Letters

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 15, 2018

Estimated Price: $5,500 - $8,500
Price Realized:
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A) Colt Model 1871-1872 Open Top Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1871 1872
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44 CF
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 3188
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 36
Class: Antique
Description:

The factory letters confirm guns with serial numbers "2103" and "2104" were shipped separately to H & D Folsom Arms Co. in New York City in March 3-7, 1873 (gun A) and Spies Kissam & Co. on April 1, 1873 (gun B). They have been converted to .44 Russian C.F. and have new barrels, grips, and cylinders. The pair comes in a hardwood case with French fitted interior and a cartridge block holding twelve dummy cartridges.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as extensively restored with minor cylinder drag lines and handling/storage marks. Mechanically excellent. The case is excellent with light storage wear.



B) Colt Model 1871-1872 Open Top Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1871 1872
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44 CF
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 3188
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 36
Class: Antique
Description:

Rating Definition:

Very fine as extensively restored with minor cylinder drag lines and handling/storage marks. Mechanically excellent.



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