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Colt 1855 "Root" Sidehammer Pocket Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:375.00 USD Estimated At:750.00 - 950.00 USD
Colt 1855  Root  Sidehammer Pocket Revolver
Manufactured in 1855, the first year of production. The serial number falls into the Model 2 serial number range. Brass post front and frame groove rear sights. The top barrel flat has traces of the patent date and Hartford address with the pointing hand motif. The non-fluted cylinder is plain. Matching serial number on barrel and butt. Smooth one piece grip.
BBL: 3 1/2 inch octagon
Stock:
Gauge: 28 Percussion
Finish: nickel
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: 4792


Period replated. The revolver retains approximately 80% with some spotting of frost, some scattered minor flaking and some minor discoloration. The loading lever has been polished bright. Overall the nickel has a slight frost appearance. There are patches of deep pitting on the barrel, cylinder and right side of the frame, with numerous minor dings on the butt. The revarnished grip is very good with numerous minor dings (mostly on the bottom) and some minor scratches. Mechanically does not function.