This revolver was manufactured in 1940, the last year of the first Generation Colt Single Action Army revolver. The top of the barrel is marked with the two line address and "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY 45" on the left side. The left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent dates followed by the Rampant Colt. The upper left front of the trigger guard is marked with the Colt triangle "VP" proofmark and the number "4". The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame and on the right side of the grip straps under the grip, and both grip panels are numbered to the gun. The assembly number "103" is marked on the loading gate. Blue finish with casehardened frame, blade front and frame notch rear sights, and fitted with two-piece grips with a steer head carved on the right panel and silver Colt medallions. Complete with the original black hinged lid box numbered to the gun with end label reading "IVORY" over "RUBBER" for the grips and "Cvd Steers Hd Ivory" sticker on the top lid end flap and wire brush.

Excellent 97% in original box. The revolver retains 97% plus original blue finish with some mild muzzle and high edge wear, a light drag line on the cylinder and some minor spotting on the grip straps. The frame retains 98% plus vivid original bright case colors. The grips are also excellent with a very attractive grain and only light handling marks overall. The markings are sharp. The action is excellent. The box is fine with a separated corner on the lid flap, a tear on the front lid flap and some edge and corner wear.