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Remington Model 1875 .44-40 cal. SN 443

Currency:USD Category:Antiques Start Price:1,000.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 3,000.00 USD
Remington Model 1875 .44-40 cal. SN 443
single action revolver 7 1/2" barrel and nickel finish. The revolver marked PR8 to left hand side of ejector web indicating purchased by US Interior Department and issued to the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation Police. There were 639 nickel plated1875's purchased for use on the western reservations. Revolver retains 40-50% original nickel finish, remainder a gray to brown finish with scattered light pin prick pitting. Original walnut grips intact, right side shows repair,action functioning but with broken trigger spring, rough bore. Forward ejector screw is non original and shows heavy holster wear at tip of muzzle. Includes original period leather holster marked 841 with trimmed opening and repaired belt loop.Collected by consignors Grandfather who ranched near Ft. Robinson Nebraska. NO FFL required. Ref. Flaydermans Guide 5E-055