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Lot #3240
Lot #3242

Lot 3241: Colt U.S. Model 1902 Philippine Constabulary Revolver Rig

Exceptionally Fine Colt U.S. Model 1902 Double Action Philippine Constabulary Revolver with Highly Desirable, Very Scarce Holster Rig

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2021

Lot 3241: Colt U.S. Model 1902 Philippine Constabulary Revolver Rig

Exceptionally Fine Colt U.S. Model 1902 Double Action Philippine Constabulary Revolver with Highly Desirable, Very Scarce Holster Rig

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2021

Estimated Price: $5,500 - $8,500
Price Realized:
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Exceptionally Fine Colt U.S. Model 1902 Double Action Philippine Constabulary Revolver with Highly Desirable, Very Scarce Holster Rig

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1902
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 LC
Barrel: 6 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 1439
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 146
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

In 1902 the Ordnance department purchased 4,600 Model 1902 revolvers in the serial number range of 43,401 to 48,097, with a few being reported higher than that range. The revolver has the distinctive oversized trigger and trigger guard that are characteristic of the Model 1902 Revolvers. The top of the barrel is marked with the one line address, "45 COLT" on the left side of the barrel, and the circled Rampant Colt on the lower left rear of the frame. The upper left front of the trigger guard and the left rear of the frame is marked with the inspector initials "R.A.C." The right of the frame is marked "J.T.T.", "1902," and "U.S." "RAC" is also marked on the rear cylinder face. There is a "P" marked on the bottom of the barrel directly ahead of the frame and on the rear cylinder face. The complete serial number "47/388" is marked the toe of the butt and the partial serial number "7388" is marked on the loading gate and rear cylinder face. The right grip panel is also numbered to the gun ("388"). Includes a correct Philippine Constabulary leather holster rig. The proper holster has the added leather web known as a gore to accommodate the oversized trigger guard of the Model 1902 revolver. These 1881 pattern holsters were expressly modified for use with the Model 1902. The flap of the holster has an embossed "US" inside an oval. The back of the holster loop is stamped "LANZ, OWEN & CO./CHICAGO." The cartridge belt has the proper Philippine Constabulary "PC" belt buckle. Very few of these holster rigs survived the tropical Philippine climate.

Rating Definition:

Exceptionally fine, retaining 85% plus original high polish bright blue finish with thinning to gray on the grip straps and high edge wear on the balance. Barrel has a spot of cleaned pitting on the right side. 80% original nitre blue remains on the hammer and trigger. The grips are fine with some minor handling marks, some high edge wear and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent. The holster rig is fine with age cracking, minor handling/storage marks and tight stitching overall. A rarely encountered, high condition Colt U.S. Model 1902 Philippine Constabulary revolver rig.



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