As stated on page 211 of "The Post-War Colt Single Action Revolver: 1976-1986" by Wilkerson, the inaugural Colt Custom Edition was a line of 50 SAA revolvers, 25 with 7 1/2 inch barrels and even serial numbers, and 25 with 5 1/2 inch barrels and odd serial numbers. The serial numbers were in a range from 1SPL to 50 SPL, with all revolvers featuring factory "C" class engraving, .44 Special chambering, gold inlaid "CUSTOM/EDITION" marking on the left side of the barrel, and gold inlaid serial number. This series is also mentioned on page 132 of "Colt's SAA: Post War Models" by George Garton where one of the 7 1/2 inch revolvers is photographed. Standard blade front and frame notch rear sights, one-line Hartford address on top of the barrel, caliber marking on the left, gold inlaid "CUSTOM/EDITION" marking on the left side of the barrel, and two-line patent marking on left side of frame. Featuring sharp factory "C" class engraving with flowing scroll against punch dot backgrounds, "26/SPL" gold inlaid serial number on the underside of the frame, and oil finished walnut stock with silver Colt medallions. Includes original walnut display case with French fitted gold velvet interior. These cases are also confirmed on page 132 of the above mentioned book by Garton. This revolver is consecutively numbered to the two other previous lots

Excellent with 99% bright original blue and vibrant casehardened finish remaining, and some scattered light handling marks. The grips are also excellent with some visible dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. Case is excellent with light storage marks.