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Lot 1174: John Adams Engraved Colt 3rd Gen Sheriff's Model Revolver

John Adams Signed Engraved Colt Third Generation Sheriff's Model Single Action Army Revolver with Box, Factory Letter, and John Adams Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 10, 2022

Lot 1174: John Adams Engraved Colt 3rd Gen Sheriff's Model Revolver

John Adams Signed Engraved Colt Third Generation Sheriff's Model Single Action Army Revolver with Box, Factory Letter, and John Adams Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 10, 2022

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $4,500
Price Realized:
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John Adams Signed Engraved Colt Third Generation Sheriff's Model Single Action Army Revolver with Box, Factory Letter, and John Adams Letter

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Sheriff
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 Colt
Barrel: 3 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: original
Stock:
Item Views: 1812
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 157
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

The included factory letter lists this revolver as having a 3 inch barrel chambered in .45 Long Colt with nickel finish as well as confirms the grip material when shipped on May 25, 1989 to Lew Horton Distr. Co. Inc. in Westboro, MA. A John Adams letter is also included stating that he engraved the revolver with "B" plus coverage. The engraving consists of American style scroll work on the front sight, barrel, frame, trigger guard, and backstrap with a starburst on either side of the frame and "HMS" on the backstrap. The underside of the barrel is signed "J ADAMS". The original Colt heritage box is included with the revolver.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original nickel finish with limited handling marks, a light cylinder drag line, and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent. Box is very fine.



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