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Lot 152: Colt Richards Conversion Model 1860 Army Revolver

Fine Colt Richards Conversion Model 1860 Army Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 13, 2022

Lot 152: Colt Richards Conversion Model 1860 Army Revolver

Fine Colt Richards Conversion Model 1860 Army Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 13, 2022

Estimated Price: $5,500 - $8,500
Price Realized:
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Fine Colt Richards Conversion Model 1860 Army Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1860 Army
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44 Colt CF
Barrel: 8 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened/silver
Grip: walnut
Stock:
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Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 112
Class: Antique
Description:

Total production of Model 1860 Army Richards conversion revolvers is estimated at approximately 9,000 in 1871-1878. They were thus manufactured both before and alongside the famous Colt Single Action Army and are an important evolutionary piece between Colt's percussion and cartridge revolvers. It has a German silver blade front sight, hammer notch rear sight, New York barrel address, standard patent markings and cylinder scene, "44 CAL" on the left side of the trigger guard, "1947" on the loading gate, and matching visible serial numbers. Some numbers along with "W" are hand scratched on the butt.

Rating Definition:

Fine with 50% original bright high polish blue finish remaining, blue loss contained to the barrel and cylinder, smooth gray patina on most of those areas, 70% plus vivid original case colors remaining, 30% original silver on the trigger guard, aged patina on the silver and brass, crisp markings and cylinder scene, and general mild overall wear. The grip is also fine and has most of the original varnish, mild handling marks and butt edge wear, and some scattered light dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.



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