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 281863. MFG. 1906. CALIBER 44 WCF. BARREL 4 3/4". Matching serial number on frame, trigger guard and back strap. Assembly number 2642 in gate. Top of barrel has correct two-line address. Left side barrel stamped "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER". VP proof in trigger bow. Blue and case color finish. Scrimshaw ivory grips features a nude on right panel with ribbon on left panel reading " A lovely woman is a sight to behold". Comes with contemporary Indian-style beaded and fringe decorated holster. CONDITION: Very good. Metal is an overall blue brown, some light blue wipe on finish added over some salt and pepper surfaces. Legends are crisp. Action has the four clicks with solid half cock. Grips fit a bit shy to metal. Bore is well defined but frosted.
Provenance: Ex Ron & Linda Gillett Collection