GUN FALL 2017
The live portion of this session begins on Tuesday, October 31, 2017.
FINE EARLY 4-SCREW MARTIAL COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. COLT 1860 8946 44 Cal. 44. Standard configuration made in 1861 at beginning of Civil War with well discerned inspectors cartouche on left grip and small sub-inspector initials found on most other metal parts. This is a fine survivor showing light use, retaining much orig finish and fine aesthetics from muzzle to butt. PROVENANCE: The Confederate and Civil War estate collection of Fred Donaldson. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Gun appears all orig and matching with exception of restored hammer screw. Bbl retains about 20% bright blue with balance plum/grey. Cylinder still has blue in chambers and strong traces in protected rebated area and stops. Cylinder scene is fairly crisp and 90% visible. Frame and hammer retain much of their orig case colors. Backstrap retains about 20% bright blue. Metal overall has some staining and pitting, but presents nicely with well fit grips with edge wear and chipping on left side as can be seen in photos. Mechanically crisp with crisp bore. 52438-16 JS (4,000-5,000)