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Colt Model 1878 Frontier Six Shooter Double Action Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:1,100.00 USD Estimated At:2,250.00 - 3,500.00 USD
Colt Model 1878 Frontier Six Shooter Double Action Revolver
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Manufactured in 1896. The top of the barrel is marked with the one line address, the left side "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" and the circled Rampant Colt is marked on the lower left rear of the frame. The serial number is marked on the toe of the butt and the partial serial number "876" on the rear cylinder face. The assembly number, "351" is stamped on the loading gate. All blue finish with niter blue trigger and hammer, blade front and frame notch rear sights, and fitted with checkered hard rubber grips with the Rampant Colt in an oval at the top and a lanyard swivel on the butt.
BBL: 5 1/2 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 44-40
Finish: blue
Grips: hard rubber
Serial Number: 35876
Condition: Fine. The revolver retains 50% plus original blue finish with some wear to a smooth brownish gray patina on the ejector housing, scattered minor flaking, a mix of thin original blue finish and smooth gray patina on the front strap and a smooth gray patina on the back strap. Much of the bright original niter blue remains on the hammer and trigger, mainly in the protected areas. The replacement grips are fine with a few minor dings and crisp checkering. The timing is off a bit, otherwise the action functions properly. The markings are clear.