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 161940. MFG. 1895. BARREL 4 3/4". CALIBER .38WCF. BLUE & CASE COLOR FINISH. Barrel has correct two line address. Front sight has been taken down a bit. Frame has two line patent dates with pony in circle Loading gate has 909 assembly number stamp. Matching numbers on frame, back strap and trigger guard. Correct style two piece gutta percha grips have wrong number etched in right panel. Left panel number could be matching, but hard to read. Grips fit like they were made for this gun, so could just be an error. The holster was made by William Wellman of White Sulphur Springs, Mont., who operated a shop there from 1880s through 1900. The holster is a border tooled, wide single loop, full skirt, open toe with a small repair where ejector housing wore through. There is a small hammer cutout as well. The cartouche is fairly bold and legible except William. CONDITION: Very Good. Has all four clicks with strong half cock. Rifling is sharp with some light residue. Metal is all soft patina with no original finish except a flash of blue on back strap. All legends are crisp. Grips are excellent.
Provenance: Ex Ron & Linda Gillett Collection