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Lot 639:Engraving Sample Colt Second Generation Single Army Revolver

May 14th, 2021|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 639:Engraving Sample Colt Second Generation Single Army Revolver

May 14th, 2021|Rock Island, IL
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Documented Alvin A. White Signed Master Engraved Factory Engraving Sample Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver

Manufactured in the 1960s as a sample of Class "B" engraving, this revolver is mentioned by serial number on page 365 of "The Book of Colt Engraving". Along with this gun, there were two others engraved (Class "A" and Class "C" respectively") by Alvin W. White and were featured on the back cover of the 1963 Colt Catalog. Initials "A.A.W." found on the right side of the front strap under the grips. White worked with Colt from 1961 to 1976. During this time, he would engrave Single Action Army revolvers for the likes of J. Edgar Hoover, Richard Nixon, and John F. Kennedy as well as appearing on the covers of nearly every major firearms magazine from the time. This revolver features floral scroll engraving on a punchdot background with wavy line borders on the barrel, frame, cylinder flats, rear of the cylinder, triggerguard, and back strap. Includes custom display case by Smith and Falsetti and Single Action Shooting Society badge.

ConditionExcellent overall, retaining 99% plus original nickel finish with a few minor handling marks, a faint cylinder drag line, and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent. Case is excellent with minimal handling marks.
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ManufacturerColt
ModelSingle Action Army
TypeRevolver
Serial number
ClassCurio & Relic Handgun
Caliber / Gauge45 LC
Barrel5 1/2 inch round
Finishnickel
Grippearlite

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views2420
Catalog page405
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