This is one of approximately 9,000 Richards conversion Model 1860 Army revolvers manufactured between 1871-1878 based on designs by Charles B. Richards; Richards was also one of the designers of the Colt Single Action Army, and some of these revolvers were manufactured alongside the Single Action Army and are believed to have seen significant use in the Old West. The revolver has a nickel finish and is fitted with a one-piece walnut grip. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "-ADDRESS COL. SAMl COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-" in one line. "COLTS/PATENT" marked on the left side of the frame. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Texas Navy battle scene and "COLTS PATENT No 6244". The matching full serial number "196244" marked on the bottom of the barrel lug and frame, "191597" marked on the trigger guard, and "198/844" marked on the butt. "6876" marked on the loading gate.

Fine as assembled (see above) with 85% plus frosted period retailer applied nickel plating, some light flaking, and a few small patches of light pitting. The barrel markings are faint with all other markings crisp including the cylinder scene. Grip is very good with scattered crazing of the glossy finish and some scattered light handling marks and scratches. Mechanically fine.