October 30 - November 2, 2018 Firearms, Militaria, & Sporting
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/30/2018
Gun (A) is a Colt Python manufactured 1981. Standard features include vent rib, solid lug, target rear sight, wide target hammer, serrated trigger, six shot, double action and blued finish. Both this gun and the Diamondback were engraved with gold inlays and gold damascene scrollwork as performed by master engraver Angelo Bee in 2005. Both revolvers in a similar pattern with the exception of the engraved frame and inlay. Both were fitted with two piece ivory grips. The Python, on left side of frame is engraved with a mountain scene and there is a solid raised inlay of a gold eagle; on right is a mountain scene with raised gold inlay mountain on right. Gun (B) is a Colt Diamondback also manufactured 1981. The diamondback has the same standard features as the Python. The same damascene scrollwork can be seen. Left side of frame has an inlaid rabbit with engraved field scene; right side has engraved field scene with inlaid antlered deer. CONDITION: Both guns are near new inside and out since custom work was performed. This beautiful set of Colt revolvers is housed in a custom made wood case, French fitted and lined in red velvet. Comes with a certificate dated and signed by Angelo Bee listing the guns by serial number, guaranteeing the guns to be authentic. The name Angelo Bee stands proud among all the contemporary engravers and is in a talent class all of his own. One of the most recognized engravers of our time.
Accessories
Case, Certificate of Authenticity
Caliber/Bore
(A) .357 Magnum (B) .22LR
Model
(A) Python (B) Diamondback
Serial Number
(A) K18646 (B) S72233