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Lot 221: Ben Shostle Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Ben Shostle Signed, Master Engraved and Gold Inlaid Colt Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 13, 2022

Lot 221: Ben Shostle Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Ben Shostle Signed, Master Engraved and Gold Inlaid Colt Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 13, 2022

Estimated Price: $4,000 - $6,000
Price Realized:
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Ben Shostle Signed, Master Engraved and Gold Inlaid Colt Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Box

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Single Action Army
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44-40 WCF
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1882
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 172
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

This Single Action Army Revolver has been wonderfully engraved and gold inlaid by Master Engraver Ben Shostle. The revolver features two gold inlaid bands at the muzzle and one at the breech with a large spray of floral scroll engraving with a matted background on top extending from the breech band to the beginning of the Colt address. The left side of the barrel has a large relief gold inlay reading "THE/FIRST/BANKERS" surrounded by an oval of floral scroll and matting. The bottom of the barrel is stamped "SgMH" and "44." The frame and grip straps are engraved to match with 50% coverage floral scroll engraving with a starburst on the right side of the frame and a sunburst on the recoil shield. The top of the backstrap features a gold overlaid First Bankers logo with "First Bankers Corporation of Florida" inscription on the backstrap and three gold inlaid, five-pointed stars on the butt. The revolver is signed "SHOSTLE" under the recoil shield. Fitted to the revolver is a pair of walnut grips with gold Colt medallions. Includes original box. This revolver is collector serialized to the previous lot as well as consecutively numbered to (LOT 3188), another Ben Shostle engraved Bankers Corporation of Florida SAA, no. 021-FBF, in this auction.

Rating Definition:

Exceptionally fine overall as engraved and gold inlaid by Master Engraver Ben Shostle, retaining 99% plus original blue finish and case colors with limited handling marks, a couple of small spots of oxidation on the topstrap, and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with storage and handling marks and a tear on the top.



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