June 22, 2024 Brian Lebel's Santa Fe Old West Events Auction
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/22/2024
SERIAL 140930. MFG. 1863. All matching numbers including wedge. Several H & D inspector stamps. Rebated cylinder has roll die naval scene that is still sharp & crisp. Cut for shoulder stock. Standard blue and case color finish with brass trigger guard and steel back strap. Legible barrel address. Colt patent stamp on left side of frame. The cartouche stamps on both panels of one-piece walnut grips are visible, but not totally legible. CONDITION: Very good. The entire gun is a butter smooth grey patina with no cancer. There are several dings on both sides of the barrel. Brass has toned. Grips are excellent with some usual dings and traces of finish. Action does not advance the cylinder and needs attention. Rifling is crisp and bright. Display case consists of two cap tins, eagle belt buckle, box of six skin cartridges, a U.S. R. White cap pouch, an unmarked leather cartridge pouch and two paper wrapped loads.
Provenance: Ex Ron & Linda Gillett Collection
Item Dimensions: 17 x 11 x 4"