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20FD-63 YOUNG ENGRAVED COLT

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:900.00 USD
20FD-63 YOUNG ENGRAVED COLT
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Colt 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver finely Gustave Young engraved with burl wood grips, S/N 55185. Deluxe scroll with "Devil Dog" hand cut Colt's patent, cobb webs, and florals all typical of young in the highpoint of his engraving on navies. The Colt retains some original blue with some recoloring using chemicals and heat. The grips also have considerable varnish with great burl but some wear at the edges. Thecylinder shows 20%30% light scene. Good markings and all matching visible numbers. The work on this navy was done 30-50 years ago and is not unsightly. The engraving makes this pistol worthy to collection as it is"The master's own hand". An affordable example. (Antique) Est.: $3000-$6000