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Lot 225: Ben Shostle Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Ben Shostle Signed, Master Engraved and Gold Inlaid Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Relief Carved Stagecoach Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 13, 2022

Lot 225: Ben Shostle Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Ben Shostle Signed, Master Engraved and Gold Inlaid Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Relief Carved Stagecoach Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 13, 2022

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $4,000
Price Realized:
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Ben Shostle Signed, Master Engraved and Gold Inlaid Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Relief Carved Stagecoach Case

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Single Action Army
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 357 magnum
Barrel: 5 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: carved
Stock:
Item Views: 1951
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 174
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1960 and subsequently engraved by Master Engraver Ben Shostle. The revolver features two gold bands at either end of the barrel with a large spray of floral scroll engraving coming from the breech end on the barrel and ejector housing. The frame and grip straps feature gold wire bordered panels of floral scroll engraving with a leaf pattern on either end of the top strap. The cylinder features sprays of floral scroll between each flute and two gold inlaid bands at the rear with leaves between. Fitted to this revolver is a set of hand carved grips featuring a U.S. Mail Service stagecoach on the left side. Includes a custom made walnut case with an inlaid Colt logo on the lid.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall as master engraved by Ben Shostle retaining 99% plus of the factory quality blue finish with minimal handling marks and age lines on the top and bottom of the grips. Mechanically excellent. Case is very fine with storage and handling marks and high edge wear.



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