GUN FALL 2015
The live portion of this session begins on Monday, October 5, 2015.
COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH DUKE FAMILY HISTORY. COLT SAA 221642 44 WCF (44-40) MODERN; C&R Cal. 44 WCF (44-40). Nickel finish with 5-1/2" bbl, altered front sight, possibly replaced, with 1-line block letter address and left side roll marked "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER". Left side of frame has 2-line 3-patent dates and Rampant Colt in a circle. Mounted with outstanding 2-pc pearl grips which have a deep relief carved ox head on right side. Carving has gold horns with a gold nose-ring and faceted red jeweled eyes. Top of the grip, at the frame is inlaid with a rectangular gold filigree plaque with the initials "CED". Consignor states that the person from whom he bought this revolver had purchased it at an auction of Duke Family Estate property down in Florida in the 1960s. The Duke family of North Carolina is very famous & philanthropic. Over the years they have lavishly endowed Duke University and many other worthwhile endeavors. CONDITION: Fine. Overall retains about 95% strong restored nickel showing wear on the front strap and on the trigger plate. Grips are sound and show great fire & color. Hammer is not solid in safety notch, otherwise mechanics are fine. Strong bright bore with fine pitting. Shows moderate use since being restored. 49432-101 JR (5,000-8,000)