This flask is for Colt firearms and a larger, but similar example is referenced on p. 176 of "Colt Percussion Accoutrements: 1834-1873" by Rapley. Measures approximately 4 3/4" (excluding charger) long and 2 3/4" wide. "Coat of Arms" motif with crossed handguns over 13 stars, eagle, shield, flags, cannon, and naval paraphernalia. Charger is unmarked.

Very fine, retaining most of the original lacquer with some mild edge/high spot wear exposing an attractive antique patina on the brass below. The charger also shows an attractive gilt with most of the nitre blue remaining on the spring. A difficult accessory to find in this exceptional condition.