Manufactured in 1893. The barrel has the one-line Hartford address on top and "45 COLT" on the left side, and the left side of the frame has the three-line patent dates marking. The ejector rod has a crescent style head. The left side of the grip frame (under the grip panel) is stamped with three British proofs. Matching serial numbers on the frame, trigger guard, back strap, and right grip panel (1078).

Very good plus. 20% of original blue finish remain, mostly in the protected areas, otherwise a smooth brown-gray patina. There are a few areas of light-mild pitting. The slightly worn grips are very good. Mechanically excellent.