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Black Powder Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military / Hand Guns - Revolvers Start Price:800.00 USD Estimated At:1,600.00 - 2,500.00 USD
Black Powder Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter
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Black Powder Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter

Manufactured in 1895. The top of the barrel is marked with the one-line address, the left "38 W.C.F." and the left side of the frame is marked with the two-line, three-patent date marking followed by the circled Rampant Colt. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard and back strap. Standard blade front and frame notch rear sights, all nickel finish and fitted with checkered hard rubber grips with the Rampant Colt in an oval at the top. The accompanying factory letter verifies the 38-40 caliber, barrel length, nickel finish with the grips as "Not Listed" and that it was shipped as 1 to Simmons Hardware Company in St. Louis, Mo. On December 10, 1895.

Manufacture: Colt
Model: Single Action
BBL: 4 3/4 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 38 WCF
Finish: nickel
Grips: hard rubber
Serial Number: 163378

Very good plus. The revolver retains 40% original nickel finish with a dark and gray patina on the balance, showing some minor pitting and oxidation. The cylinder pin frame screw is a modern replacement. The grips are good with some moderate wear, a few minor dings and distinct checkering. The markings are clear. The action is fine.