Manufactured post-1998. The engraving matches other revolvers known to have been engraved by engraver John Schultz who worked for the Colt Custom Shop and other manufacturers. It has the standard factory markings including matching serial numbers among the 75% plus coverage engraving which consists mainly of floral scrollwork with punch-dot backgrounds. There is no "COLT/ENG" marking, and "273/FC" is marked on the loading gate. Includes a factory blue box.

Near new as professionally engraved with 98% plus of the bright blue and niter blue finish and vibrant case colors, some light handling and storage type marks, light cylinder drag lines, and hints of gold around the front sight base. Mechanically excellent. The box is very good with mild storage wear.