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First Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military / Hand Guns - Revolvers Start Price:600.00 USD Estimated At:1,200.00 - 1,700.00 USD
First Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver
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First Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Manufactured in 1901. The one-line address is on the right side of the replacement barrel with "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .38 SPECIAL" on the left side, and the two-line, three-patent dates are on the left side of the frame followed by the circled Rampant Colt. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard and back strap. The replacement cylinder is numbered, (38 special caliber was introduced in 1930) "207". The loading gate is marked with the assembly number "817". Standard blade front and frame notch rear sights, casehardened frame with blue remaining parts and fitted with replacement smooth hardwood grips.

Manufacture: Colt
Model: Single Action
BBL: 5 1/2 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 38 special
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips: hardwood
Serial Number: 204250

Good as refinished and assembled (see above). The revolver retains 95% blue finish with some muzzle and high edge wear and a faint drag line on the cylinder. The frame retains 99% bright case colors. The custom grips are fine with a few light dings and handling marks. The markings are clear. The action is fine.