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Lot 1663: Factory Engraved Colt Army Special Revolver with Factory Letter

Documented Factory Engraved Colt Army Special Revolver with Pearl Grips and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2018

Lot 1663: Factory Engraved Colt Army Special Revolver with Factory Letter

Documented Factory Engraved Colt Army Special Revolver with Pearl Grips and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2018

Estimated Price: $4,500 - $7,000
Price Realized:
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Documented Factory Engraved Colt Army Special Revolver with Pearl Grips and Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Army Special
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 32-20 WCF
Barrel: 6 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: pearl
Stock:
Item Views: 1369
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 324
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver with a 6 inch barrel in .32-20 caliber, nickel finish, pearl grips, and factory engraving when sold to Rogers & Baldwin Hardware Co. of Springfield, Missouri and shipped to Simmons Hardware Co. of St. Louis, Missouri, on July 27, 1912. 60% of the surface features engraved scrollwork on punch dot background patterns accented with floral blossoms and geometric motifs of entwining lines, zig zag lines, and dots. It has standard Colt markings and Rampant Colt medallion pearl grips.

Rating Definition:

Fine, retaining 75% frosted original nickel finish with the balance a smooth gray patina. The front sight has been trimmed. 50% original niter blue finish remains on the trigger and hammer. The grips are very fine showing a hairline crack on left forward panel, minimal handling evidence and highly attractive color. Mechanically excellent.



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