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Antique Colt Conversion Pocket Pistol

Currency:USD Category:Western Americana Start Price:250.00 USD Estimated At:500.00 - 1,000.00 USD
Antique Colt Conversion Pocket Pistol
Property being sold is not new! Dents, dings, scratches and other damage may be present—and is common—on used and vintage items. Items are available for preview well in advance of the auction and we take several pictures as well. Please inspect thoroughly PRIOR to bidding. Once auctioneer says “SOLD” Buyer assumes all responsibility for items.
Presented for sale in this lot is an antique Colt Police/Navy pocket pistol conversion which appears to be a factory conversion. Barrel address is not legible. There are two patent dates on the left side of the frame which read July 25, 1871 and July 2, 1872. This pistol cycles correctly, however, there is some play.  Maker: Colt. Serial No. 6789 Approx. Age: 1861 and then converted to a cartridge revolver in 38 rimfire circa 1873 to 1880.. Size: Approx. .38 caliber. Barrel length 4-1/2 inches.  Condition: Fair to poor for its age, wear expected. Please look closely at the pictures - they are an important part of our description. Shipping: There will be a $15 handling / packaging fee for shipping this lot. The actual cost of postage will be added on top of that. BUY IT NOW: If you would like to buy this item now without waiting for the auction to end (this option is only available up to 48 hours before the auction starts to close), the “Buy it Now” price is the high estimate of this lot. If you would like to end the auction early and pay the high estimate (plus applicable fees), please contact us by phone or email and reference this lot number. *****ANTIQUE - This firearm DOES NOT REQUIRE an FFL Transfer*****