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Lot #3211

Lot 3210: Colt Model 1878 Frontier Double Action Revolver

Fine Colt Model 1878 Frontier Double Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 16, 2021

Lot 3210: Colt Model 1878 Frontier Double Action Revolver

Fine Colt Model 1878 Frontier Double Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 16, 2021

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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Fine Colt Model 1878 Frontier Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1878
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 LC
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 2956
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 122
Class: Antique
Description:

Made in 1887 with the single line address on top of the barrel, a circled Rampant Colt on the left of the frame, and caliber marking on the left of the trigger guard. Standard features including the checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colts and lanyard ring on the butt.

Rating Definition:

Fine, retains 75% of the original nickel finish and traces of nitre blue on the trigger with the balance having flaked to expose mostly a smooth grey patina. The grips are also fine with minimal handling marks and a repaired crack in the left panel. Mechanically excellent.



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