The included factor letter lists this revolver as being manufactured on January 26, 1959, with a 5 1/2 inch barrel chambered in .44 caliber with blue finish when shipped to The Gopher Shooter's Supply on March 20, 1959. Matching serial numbers are found on the frame, trigger guard, backstrap, and front cylinder face as well as having partial serial numbers "184" on the grip panels. The assembly number "73" is on the loading gate. Includes an unnumbered correct Colt black box.

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish and case colors with limited handling marks, faint cylinder drag line, and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is fine with storage and handling marks and a split lid corner.