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Lot 3191: Colt 1855 "Root" Sidehammer Pocket Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2021

Lot 3191: Colt 1855 "Root" Sidehammer Pocket Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2021

Estimated Price: $2,250 - $3,500
Price Realized:
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Colt 1855 "Root" Sidehammer Pocket Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1855 Root Pocket
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 28 Percussion
Barrel: 3 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1248
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 118
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured in 1856. The revolver has a blue finish with casehardened hammer and loading lever. The cylinder features the roll engraved cabin and Indian scene. The top barrel flat is marked with the pointing finger, "COLT'S PT./1855" flanked by Maltese crosses followed by "ADDRESS COL. COLT/HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A." flanked by Maltese crosses. The butt and cylinder have matching numbers. Fitted with a nicely figured and varnished one piece walnut grip.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. The barrel and frame retain 75% original blue finish showing scattered flaking with the exposed areas having a crisp smooth gray patina. The barrel marking is crisp and clear. The cylinder retains 30% original finish mixed with smooth brownish gray patina. The cylinder has a clear scene and marking. The hammer and lever retain 90% bright vivid original case colors. The high figured grip is excellent retaining 97% original "piano finish" varnish with some very minor lower edge wear and a few minor dings. The action is fine.



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