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Lot 245: Cased Colt Model 1877 Lightning Double Action Revolver

Very Fine Cased Colt Model 1877 Lightning Double Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 4, 2020

Lot 245: Cased Colt Model 1877 Lightning Double Action Revolver

Very Fine Cased Colt Model 1877 Lightning Double Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 4, 2020

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,500

Very Fine Cased Colt Model 1877 Lightning Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1877 Lightning
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 Long Colt
Barrel: 4 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 1921
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 216
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1903 with two-line barrel address on top, caliber marking on the left of the barrel, three-line patent dates and Rampant Colt on the left of the frame, and matching serial numbers throughout. Blade front and frame notch rear sights and fitted with a pair of checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colts at the tops. Includes a hardwood case with interior label marked with the Colt Pall Mall address, turnscrew, cleaning rod, Dixon & Sons oiler and a cartridge block containing 12 .38 Long cartridges.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retains 85% plus original high polish blue finish and 60% original case colors with the balance mostly a smooth grey patina. The grips are also very fine with some light handling marks, a moderate ding on the right panel, and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically fine with double action sometimes not functioning with slow trigger pull. The case is very good with some mild handling/storage wear.



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