April 11-13, 2023 Firearms and Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/12/2023
Single Action Army revolver manufactured by Uberti for the American Historical Society, commemorating George S. Patton. Metal components exhibit a silver plated finish, while the frame is mounted with smooth 2-piece faux ivory grips. Each grip exhibits a medallion in red, white, and blue, and reads "1885/ ****/ 1945", with the right grip exhibiting a hand-scribed "GSP" monogram. The frame, cylinder, and barrel exhibit engraving, matching that of Patton's own Single Action Army revolver, and include scroll engraving on a stippled background overall, with crosshatch patterns, floral motifs, and starburst designs on the frame. Features include a 4 - 3/4" barrel, standard SAA pattern front & rear sights, as well as a butt mounted lanyard swivel. Matching numbers are present on the frame, loading gate, as well as on the rear cylinder face. Revolver is accompanied by a custom wood display case that is embellished with a star on the lid and features a blue felt interior. CONDITION: Excellent, with metal components retaining virtually all of their factory applied silver plated finish, exhibiting a some minor areas of discoloration overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting what appears to be some old grease in the lands, and retaining strong rifling throughout. Grips are excellent. Display case exhibits some minor marks from handling and storage.