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Early Cased Colt 1849 Pocket Model

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:900.00 USD Estimated At:1,800.00 - 2,400.00 USD
Early Cased Colt 1849 Pocket Model
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA 92606
Early Cased Colt 1849 Pocket Model Revolver with accessories, #82785, .31 cal., 6'' blue barrel, case hardened frame, silver backstrap and triggerguard, one-piece walnut grips, with clear stagecoach scene to cylinder. In brass strapped maroon-lined mahogany case with iron bullet mold, unmarked eagle flask, and colt marked nipple wrench of later vintage. Mfg'd 1853. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 85%+ lightly thinning original blue to barrel assembly; cylinder with traces in protected areas, with crisp scene, fresh nipples, and matching numbers. Frame shows hints of original case cases that have toned and speckled somewhat. Gripstrap and triggerguard retain almost all of their (possibly later done) silver plating. Grips show fractional shrinkage with darkening near metal surfaces and now retain an even oil type finish. Action remains crisp, bore is fine. Bullet mold remains in fair condition with light to moderate pitting and general knackering; flask is a well-aged modern replacement, as is combination tool. Case with scuffs, scratches, and a minor fracture emanating from the left side of central shield. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (Antique)