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Lot 1515:Two U.S. Military Double Action Revolvers

September 7th, 2019|Rock Island, IL

Lot 1515:Two U.S. Military Double Action Revolvers

September 7th, 2019|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,600 - $2,500

A) U.S. Colt Army Model 1903 Double Action Revolver

Manufactured in 1904. The barrel underside has "P" and "K" inspector marks. The left side of the frame has "K.S.M.", "L.E.B.", and "J.E.H." inspector marks and "1904". Standard Army markings and lanyard ring on the butt. Matching numbers or partial numbers on butt, frame, crane, and cylinder latch. Collection marking in white on the bottom of the trigger guard protected by varnish.

ConditionFine overall, retains 70% plus original blue finish with the balance a smooth grey patina and light-minor dings and scratches scattered throughout including the grips. The cylinder spins freely counter-clockwise with the hammer down, otherwise mechanically fine. Grips are very good replacements.

Details

ManufacturerColt

Model1903

TypeRevolver

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Handgun

Caliber / Gauge38 LC

Barrel6 inch round

Finishblue

Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page272

B) Smith & Wesson .38 Military & Police First Model U.S. Navy Contract Double Action Revolver

One of 1,000 manufactured to fulfill the Navy's first contract for these revolvers which was delivered in 1900. It shows standard markings and features including the Navy markings and number on the butt: "U.S.N./anchor/38 D.A./arrow through S/No/169/C.A.B." Frame and crane are both marked "2367. Collection marking in white on the bottom of the trigger guard protected by varnish.

ConditionFine, retains 60% plus original blue finish with the balance a mottled brown-grey patina with numerous scattered minor dings and scratches throughout consistent with use. The grips are very good with mostly crisp checkering and scattered dings and handling marks throughout. Mechanically excellent.