Manufactured in 1871, the top of the barrel is marked with the standard Colt two-line address flanked by Maltese crosses. The serial number is marked on the butt, with the matching serial number on the bottom of the barrel and faintly marked inside each of the grips in ink. Includes a scarce factory box (gun does not fit in box) marked for "COLT'S/SEVEN SHOT PISTOL" and a plain modern box labeled to match the gun. Provenance: The Don and Carol Wilkerson Collection

Very fine, retains 70% of the bright original high polish blue finish with the balance mostly a smooth brown patina and a patch of light pitting on the left of the barrel, and strong traces of the original silver finish with the balance an attractively aged brass. The grips are excellent with a few scattered light handling marks and retaining most of the varnish. Mechanically excellent. The box is fine with moderate wear and flaking.