June 25-28, 2018 Firearms
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/25/2018
This cavalry revolver was amongst the last shipments of this model to the U.S. Government, inspected by Renaldo A. Carr and dated 1890. Matching numbers on barrel, frame, trigger guard and backstrap. Cylinder is numbered 3360 and stamped with "B" inspector stamp, as well as "DFC" for David F Clarke. "K" inspector mark on trigger guard and backstrap. Barrel retains approximately 70% factory blue blending with grey patina and overall freckling. The extractor has bright blue in recesses. Frame exhibits strong remains of case colors, approximately 20%. Straps are grey patina with some blue on trigger guard. Cylinder is a soft brown patina with light blue in flutes. Fairly straight screw heads with generous amounts of blue finish. Has the later style ejector head. One piece walnut grips that are in very good condition with the exception of slight chip at front left toe. Grips are dated 1890 on left panel with a visible but not readable cartouche, rack number 432 on left panel, and a large letter "A" on right panel with visible but not readable cartouche as well. Lanyard ring has been installed. Three line patent address with "US" stamp. Indexes and locks up with all four clicks. Strong, clean, near mint rifling. Handsome late Cavalry Model with homogenous look and arsenal replaced cylinder.