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Lot 265:Wilber Glahn Factory Engraved Colt Bisley Model SAA Revolver

June 5th, 2020|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 265:Wilber Glahn Factory Engraved Colt Bisley Model SAA Revolver

June 5th, 2020|Rock Island, IL
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Wilber Glahn Factory Engraved Colt Bisley Model Single Action Army Revolver

Manufactured originally in 1906. According to consignor notes, this revolver was returned to the Colt factory in 1931 and was rebuilt to its current configuration. Information also states that the revolver was engraved by Colt Master Engraver Wilbur Glahn. The engraving appears to be that of Glahn with scroll designs on the breech end sides of the barrel and light scroll designs on the cylinder flats, frame, trigger guard, ejector housing and back strap. The one-line address appears on the top of the barrel, and "(BISLEY MODEL)/COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .44 SPECIAL" is on the left side amid the engraving. The left side of the frame is marked with the two-line/three-patent dates followed by the Rampant Colt. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard and back strap. The loading gate is marked with the assembly number "786". Blade front and frame notch rear sights, blue finish with casehardened frame and hammer, and fitted with checkered hard rubber grips with the Rampant Colt in an oval at the top.

ConditionVery fine as factory upgraded to present engraved configuration. 99% of the factory applied blue finish remains with a small amount of very light spotting on the back strap and a very faint cylinder drag line. 98% of the vivid case colors remain on the frame with some small areas of fading to dove gray. 98% of the vivid case colors remain on the hammer with mostly a smooth dove gray on the top and some wear on the sides from normal cycling of the action. The grips are excellent. The markings and engraving are crisp and clear. The action is excellent.
Details
ManufacturerColt
ModelBisley
TypeRevolver
Serial number
ClassCurio & Relic Handgun
Caliber / Gauge44 special
Barrel5 1/2 inch round
Finishblue/casehardened
Griphard rubber

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views2151
Catalog page165
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