Sale 1304
Estimate$400 – $600
.45 Long Colt. 7.5" barrel length. SN: NB1717. Nickel plated finish overall with black synthetic Eagle grips and mounting adjustable target rear notch and matted front ramp sights with a flat topstrap. Single action loading gate six-shot revolver with spring loaded ejector plunger to the right barrel. Item features the two-line patent marks followed by {Rampant Colt} on the left frame, Colt's VP monogram proof on the left triggerguard, and COLT NEW FRONTIER S.A.A. .45 on the left barrel. Assembly number on the gripstraps and left grip panel is 1651.
Good. Bore is Minty with sharp rifling throughout. Metal finish shows some mottled discolorations forming over the ejector rod housing and on the flanks of the barrel. Item shows further dulling on the hammer spur and backstrap, with scattered scratches and scuffs overall. Grips retain strong details but show some residue in the checkering. Crack forming through the left panel at the screw hole. Action times and indexes correctly.
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Tim Carey
Associate Vice President, Head of Department, Arms, Armor and Militaria

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