Lot 3644:Two Factory Embellished Colt 3rd Generation Colt SAA Revolvers

May 16th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Lot 3644:Two Factory Embellished Colt 3rd Generation Colt SAA Revolvers

May 16th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$9,000 - $14,000

A) Colt Single Action Army Revolver

The accompanying factory letter confirms both revolvers as being chambered in .44/40 with 7 1/2 inch barrels, full royal blue finish, grip material, Fleur-de-lis grip checkering, Type "C" factory engraving done by Master Engraver Bryson Gwinnell when shipped with the included double walnut French fitted presentation case to Sile Distributors, Inc. in Meriden, Connecticut on May 24, 1985. The remarks of the letter mentions the gold inlaid band at front and rear of the barrels as well as the rear of the cylinders. "BJ GWINNLL COLT ENGR" signed on both "A" and "B" grip frames. Includes original Colt "woodgrain" boxes for each gun.

ConditionExcellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, crisp engraving. Sharp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Case is excellent with limited storage and handling marks. Box is very good with storage and handling marks.

Details

ManufacturerColt

ModelSingle Action Army

TypeRevolver

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Handgun

Caliber / Gauge44-40 WCF

Barrel7 1/2 inch round

Finishblue

Griporiginal

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page299

B) Colt Single Action Army Revolver

See "A".

ConditionExcellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, crisp engraving, and sharp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with storage and handling marks.