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Lot #253
Lot #255

Lot 254: Engraved Colt Open Top Pocket Spur Trigger Revolver

Exceptional Factory Engraved Colt Open Top Pocket Spur Trigger Revolver with Highly Desirable Wexell & DeGress Grips and Factory Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 25, 2023

Lot 254: Engraved Colt Open Top Pocket Spur Trigger Revolver

Exceptional Factory Engraved Colt Open Top Pocket Spur Trigger Revolver with Highly Desirable Wexell & DeGress Grips and Factory Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 25, 2023

Estimated Price: $9,000 - $14,000
Price Realized:
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Exceptional Factory Engraved Colt Open Top Pocket Spur Trigger Revolver with Highly Desirable Wexell & DeGress Grips and Factory Box

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Open Top Pocket
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 2 3/8 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: silver
Stock:
Item Views: 1708
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 225
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured in 1875, the top of the barrel is marked with the standard Colt two-line address flanked by Maltese crosses while the left of the frame is marked "22 CAL". The frame, barrel, and cylinder have flourishes of floral scroll and zig-zag line engraving. The full serial number is marked on the butt and bottom of the barrel lug. It is fitted with a very attractive pair of Wexell & DeGress silver grips with floral motifs on the left along with the 1874 patent marking, and a lion motif on the right. Includes a scarce factory box marked for "COLT'S/SEVEN SHOT PISTOL" and "NICKEL PLATED/FULL ENGRAVED" end label. Provenance: The George S. Lewis Jr. Collection

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retains 90% plus of the original nickel finish with a few scattered patches of light spotting and crisp engraving. The grips are excellent retaining most of the original silver finish with some light high spot wear. Mechanically excellent. The box is good with some moderate wear.



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