Manufactured in 1874. Fixed front sight with top strap notched rear sight. The top of the barrel is marked "+COLT'S HOUSE PISTOL/HARTFORD CT. U.S.A.+" and "PAT. SEP.19. 1871" in the rear sight groove. The serial number is stamped on the butt and barrel. Silver finished brass frame with removable side plate and smooth bird's head grips.

Very fine. The barrel and cylinder show 60% of the original blue finish, with areas of brown patina, mild edge wear, and light spotting and handling marks. The frame retains 95% plus original sliver, with a fine mixed antique patina overall, some edge wear, and light handling marks. Some pressure dents and scratches are present on the grips, as well as some rubbing of the varnish on the high points. Mechanically excellent.