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Colt Model 1861 Single Action Navy Revolver 36 Cal

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:1,000.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 3,000.00 USD
Colt Model 1861 Single Action Navy Revolver 36 Cal
For your consideration is a beautiful, original condition Colt 1851 Navy six-shot .36 Caliber revolver. This fine example of Colt’s most famous and popular model percussion revolver shows no signs of over-cleaning and all markings are sharp and clear, including the barrel stamping “COLT 1861 NAVY 36 CAL." across the left side and "BLACK POWDER ONLY - MADE IN ITALY". The frame and barrel is marked with import and manufacture stamps. This exceptional Colt has lovely case hardened frame, wonderful aged blue patina on the barrel and cylinder, and trigger guard. This revolver had intermittent mechanics and has matching serial number, indicating a manufacture date of 1861, stamped on the barrel and on the frame. The factory original one piece walnut grips fit beautifully and still retain good wood finish. The Colt 1851 Navy was one of the most classic side arms of the Civil War and later in the Old West. Wild Bill Hickock was carrying a pair of Colt 1851 Navy revolvers when he was gunned down in Deadwood, South Dakota on August 2, 1876. The revolver weighs 2lbs 8oz. Serial Number: 15052. This firearm qualifies as an Antique and does not require FFL Transfer or NICS Background Check.