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Lot 175:Factory Engraved Colt 2nd Model New Line .38 Revolver

September 11th, 2020|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 175:Factory Engraved Colt 2nd Model New Line .38 Revolver

September 11th, 2020|Rock Island, IL
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Documented Factory Engraved Colt 2nd Model New Line .38 Revolver with Desirable 4 Inch Barrel and Pearl Grips

This revolver was manufactured in 1879 and has "P" and "E" flanking the serial number under the left grip which most likely are assembly markings indicating the factory intended the revolver to have pearl grips and factory engraving. The revolver features intertwining scroll engraving with punch-dot backgrounds and accents including a floral bloom on the side plate. The top of the barrel has "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. Co/HARTFORD. CT. U.S.A.", and the bottom of the barrel has "PAT SEPT 15 1874" and the matching serial number. The back of the cylinder has the matching partial serial number "984." The loading gate has "418." The left side of the frame is marked "38 CAL C". The cylinder is gold washed, and the small parts are niter blued. The revolver is pictured and identified in R.L. Wilson's "The Book of Colt Firearms" on page 304 and "Colt Pistols, 1836…1976" on page 158.

ConditionVery fine with 95% plus original nickel plating, 70% plus period replated gold wash on the cylinder, strong original niter blue on the small parts, mild dings and scratches, bent front sight, and general mild wear. The grips are also very fine and have mild overall wear including some scratches. Mechanically excellent.
Details
ManufacturerColt
ModelNew Line
TypeRevolver
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge38 Long Colt
Barrel4 inch round
Finishnickel/gold
Grippearl

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1781
Catalog page173
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