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 46553. MFG. 1878. BARREL 7.5". CALIBER 44 WCF. Nickel finish, ivory grips with steer head on right side, correct one line barrel address, three-line patent dates on frame, 4871 assembly number on gate, smooth oval ejector rod button. Case color hammer. All matching numbers on frame, cylinder, back strap, grip strap and barrel. Barrel has the desirable acid etched side panel. 44 Cal stamped in rear trigger bow. The holster is stamped "F.A. MEANEA CHEYENNE WYO". Holster has distinctive throat, double loop, border tooled, toe plug. Holster is solid so we question the real age, does not appear to be 19th century. CONDITION: Fine. Barrel and housing retain at least 85% nickel with areas of finish freckling, some blending gray, sharp barrel legends. The frame retains about the same as barrel with like wear and handling. Cylinder remains at about 50% blending patina. Back strap is basically patina with flashes of nickel. The etched panel is readily legible. Action has all four clicks with solid half cock. Bore is strong with light frosting. Grips fit fairly well and are nicely aged.
Provenance: Ex Ron & Linda Gillett Collection
CORRECTION: Title amended.