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Lot #1257

Lot 1256: Colt Sheriff's Model 1878 Double Action Ejectorless Revolver

Scarce Documented Colt Sheriff's Model 1878 Double Action Ejectorless Revolver with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 6, 2020

Lot 1256: Colt Sheriff's Model 1878 Double Action Ejectorless Revolver

Scarce Documented Colt Sheriff's Model 1878 Double Action Ejectorless Revolver with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 6, 2020

Estimated Price: $2,250 - $3,750
Price Realized:
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Scarce Documented Colt Sheriff's Model 1878 Double Action Ejectorless Revolver with Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1878
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 LC
Barrel: 4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 1538
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 169
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1905 with a desirable 4 inch barrel lacking an ejector. The factory letter lists this revolver with a 4 inch barrel in .45 caliber, blue finish, and type of stocks not listed when shipped to Chas. J. Godfrey Co. of New York City on August 19, 1905, as part of a 39 gun shipment. The cylinder is numbered to a different gun ("681"). Matching assembly number "21" on loading gate and grip frame.

Rating Definition:

Fine, retaining 50% plus bright original high polish blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. The cylinder has some minor pitting mixed with mild spotting. The grips are also fine showing some high edge wear, some minor handling marks, and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent.



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