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Lot 851: Engraved Century Mfg. Co. Model 500 "The Mother Load" Revolver

Factory Engraved Century Mfg. Co. Model 500 "The Mother Load" .50-70 Single Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 6, 2019

Lot 851: Engraved Century Mfg. Co. Model 500 "The Mother Load" Revolver

Factory Engraved Century Mfg. Co. Model 500 "The Mother Load" .50-70 Single Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 6, 2019

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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Factory Engraved Century Mfg. Co. Model 500 "The Mother Load" .50-70 Single Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Century Mfg. Inc.
Model: 500
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 50-70
Barrel: 6 5/8 inch round
Finish: blue/manganese bronze
Grip: pearlite
Stock:
Item Views: 4325
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 333
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in Greenfield, Indiana in the late 1980s with standard markings and features including about 50% coverage floral scroll engraving.

Rating Definition:

Very good plus, retains 99% original blue finish and 75% of the original manganese bronze plating with mild handling wear on the main points of contact and some scattered light frost. The grips are excellent with a few light handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



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