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Colt model 1849 pocket model, .31 caliber percussion, 4” barrel, fully and finely engraved in the

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Colt model 1849 pocket model, .31 caliber  percussion, 4” barrel, fully and finely engraved  in the
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Colt model 1849 pocket model, .31 caliber percussion, 4” barrel, fully and finely engraved in the hand of Gustav Young. Scarce iron backstrap and triggerguard. Hand-cut barrel address, Serial #112290. The pistol shows traces of original blue and case hardening drifting to an even grey with some evidence of case hardening and blue in protected areas and generally good metal surfaces. The pistol is fitted with original to the period ivory grips that fit nicely and show a mellow yellow age, slight shrinking and a large chip to right toe. The pistol show all matching serial numbers, and approx. 75-85% original cylinder scene. There are some minor marks on the barrel, some light to moderate pitting at the muzzle. The engraving is typical Young pattern with Colt’s patent hand cut in center of frame surrounded by deluxe scrolls, cobwebs, with dog head above ramrod screw and floral motifs. The hammer shows a wolf-head, the engraving is far above average and is in our opinion the hand of Young himself. All matching visible serial numbers, a scarce variation being an American small iron guard, engraved, which is rarely encountered and this pistol was recently discovered. Est: $5,000 -