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Colt Mdl 1855 Root Cal .56 SN:6150 Unique Colt model 1855 variation of sporting carbine, 21" BBL wit

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Colt Mdl 1855 Root Cal .56 SN:6150 Unique Colt model 1855 variation of sporting carbine, 21  BBL wit
Colt Mdl 1855 Root Cal .56 SN:6150 Unique Colt model 1855 variation of sporting carbine, 21" BBL with saddle ring #6150. This unusual Colt may be a one of a kind as there is no other example pictured in any Colt reference. It has a forend that was period or factory shortened to 7" and shows a matching serial numbered iron butt plate, saddle ring, 3 leaf rear sight. It is my considered opinion that this root was assembled from surplus parts by the factory and sold n the civilian market shortly before the Civil War. The carbine shows a 19th century refinish probably by factory or arsenal. Approx 95-98% of this old finish remains and the interior is excellent with bright bore and little use. The hammer shows most original case hardening. An intriguing Colt Root Model 1855 from Salt Lakes oldest Colt collector who felt it might have been used by the Mormon Legions or Militias who maintained arsenals and purchased large numbers of Colt percussion arms. Often these "Mormon Colts" had unusual features and configurations. The inside of the gun has Roman numeral assembly numbers such as XII on most small parts. Very possibly shipped West in parts and assembled at a Utah Armory.