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Lot 3130:Cased London Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

August 27th, 2023|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 3130:Cased London Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

August 27th, 2023|Rock Island, IL
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Cased London Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver Inscribed with Lt. Col. Dunlop

This revolver was completed at Colt's short lived factory in London in 1853, the first year of production for the London '49 Pockets. The barrel has a cone front sight, "{ADDRESS COL. COLT/LONDON}" marked on top, and London proof and view marks on the left ahead of the wedge. The five-shot cylinder also has London proof and view marks. The frame has "COLTS/PATENT" on the left. Matching serial numbers are marked on the wedge, arbor, cylinder, loading lever, barrel, frame, trigger guard, and back strap. The back strap is somewhat coarsely inscribed "Lt Col Dunlop" and the case lid escutcheon is neatly inscribed "Lt. Col. Dunlop/R.A." The case also contains an L-shaped combination tool, Colt ball/bullet mold, Eley Bros. cap tin, bag shaped James Dixon & Sons powder flask, and some bullets and spare nipples. The identity of Lieutenant Colonel Dunlop is not clear. He may be William Wallace Dunlop of the Madras Infantry promoted from lieutenant colonel to colonel in the Indian Army on in 1861.

ConditionVery good with 40% original casehardened finish, 20% original silver plating, 20% original blue finish on the barrel mainly on the lower flats, aged patina on the exposed brass, mix of gray and brown patina on the balance, and crisp markings and roll-scene. The grip is fine and has the vast majority of the high polish varnish remaining, minor lower edge wear, and light scratches and dings. Mechanically fine. The case and accessories are fine and have mild age and storage related wear including a crack in the upper left corner of the case lid and some dings and dents.
Details
ManufacturerColt
Model1849
TypeRevolver
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge31
Barrel6 inch octagon
Finishblue/casehardened/silver
Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views869
Catalog page118
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