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Lot 1120:Colt Etched Panel New Line .30 Spur Trigger Revolver

December 10th, 2022|Rock Island, IL

Lot 1120:Colt Etched Panel New Line .30 Spur Trigger Revolver

December 10th, 2022|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$2,500 - $4,000

Very Fine Colt Etched Panel New Line .30 Spur Trigger Revolver with Rare Grips

Manufactured in 1875, the standard two-line Colt address on top of the barrel and the desirable etched panel on the left marked "COLT NEW 30". The serial number is marked on the butt, "385" on the bottom of the barrel, in pencil inside both grips, and rear face of the cylinder. It is fitted with a pair of rare factory checkered hard rubber grips featuring Rampant Colts and flourishes of floral scroll. Includes a plain modern box labeled to match the gun. Provenance: The Don and Carol Wilkerson Collection

ConditionVery fine, retains 70% of the original blue finish and 80% of the vibrant case colors with the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth grey patina and the etched panel remaining crisp. The grips are very fine with minimal handling evidence and crisp designs/checkering.

Details

ManufacturerColt

ModelNew Line

TypeRevolver

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge30 RF

Barrel2 1/4 inch round

Finishblue/casehardened

Griphard rubber

Item LocationRock Island, IL