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Factory Engraved Colt Open Top Pocket Model Revolver with Unique Deluxe Grips

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:2,250.00 USD Estimated At:4,500.00 - 6,500.00 USD
Factory Engraved Colt Open Top Pocket Model Revolver with Unique Deluxe Grips
Colt Open Top Pocket Model Revolver manufactured in 1874. The revolver is factory engraved with Germanic scroll-work on a punch-dot background and has a nickel-plated barrel and cylinder and a gold-plated frame. The engraving approximates Colt's later "B" engraving. The revolver is fitted with black, gutta percha, bird's head, grips with relief scroll-work. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped: "+ COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO./HARTFORD CT. U.S.A.+" in two lines. The serial number, "46605" is stamped on the butt and the bottom of the barrel lug.
BBL: 2 3/8 inch
Stock:
Gauge: 22 RF
Finish: nickel
Grips: relief carved Gutta Percha
Serial Number: 46605


Very good. The revolver retains approximately 40% of the nickel and gold-plated finish. The top of the barrel has scattered flaking and light pitting with heavier pitting at the bottom of the lug. The cylinder has traces of the nickel-plated finish with flash pitting on the front and rear face. Traces of the nickel plating remains on the frame and the color has yellowed with age. The gutta percha grips are in fine condition; the grips have slightly warped. The engraving is crisp and deep. The action functions well.