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Lot 1088:Colt Richards-Mason Conversion Model 1851 Navy Revolver

June 6th, 2020|Rock Island, IL

Lot 1088:Colt Richards-Mason Conversion Model 1851 Navy Revolver

June 6th, 2020|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$3,500 - $4,750

Attractive Colt Richards-Mason Conversion Model 1851 Navy Revolver

Manufactured as a conversion revolver in the mid-1870s. Features a brass cone front sight, the one-line New York City address, "-PAT. JULY. 25. 1871.-/-PAT. JULY 2. 1872.-" on the left side of the frame, standard cylinder scene, matching visible serial numbers, and "447" on the loading gate. The grip straps are silver plated, and the remaining major components are nickel plated. It has a later professionally fitted grip.

ConditionVery fine with 85% original nickel, essentially all of the silver plating, minor speckled oxidation, some light scratches, some dings on the barrel lug, and generally only mild wear. The grip is also very fine and has some thin age cracks, attractive natural creamy tones, subtle grain, and a tiny chip at the heel on the left. The hammer has two clicks, and the action functions fine.

Details

ManufacturerColt

Model1851 Navy

TypeRevolver

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge38 RF

Barrel7 1/2 inch octagon

Finishnickel/silver

Gripsmooth

Item LocationRock Island, IL