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Colt Mdl 1860 Army Cal .44 SN:133920

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:1,500.00 USD Estimated At:3,000.00 - 5,000.00 USD
Colt Mdl 1860 Army Cal .44 SN:133920
Early civilian model percussion revolver with 8" barrel. Finish has turned to dark brown patina, smooth wood grips stamped "K.10 Cav'y No. 5", brass trigger guard and cut for shoulder stock. Consigner states this was issued to the 10th Cavalry. Early style buffalo hide holster with brass oval marked "USS" over crossed arrows and "Dog Soldiers" with reproduction knife also in buffalo hide sheath. Also included are correspondent letters, 1 to Colts Pat Firearms Co requesting 200 rifles dated 1861, another from Western Union Telegraph office dated 1875 and 1 from Headquarters Tenth Cavalry dated 1888. Condition: Revolver in very good condition showing light pockets of pitting on frame with engraved battle scene quite visible and functions as it should. *Antique Firearm*