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Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:450.00 USD
Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army Revolver
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Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army Revolver, #197998, .32 WCF (.32-20) cal., 5.5'' barrel marked with the Colt name and address in one line on top, and ''32 W.C.F.'' on left side; solid frame with the 1871-72-75 patent dates in two lines and a ''Rampant Colt'' encircled logo on left side; loading gate is batch-marked ''354''; fluted 6-shot round cylinder; steel gripstraps; plain two-piece grips of animal horn. Mfg'd 1900, originally in blued finish with case hardened frame and hammer, and checkered hard rubber ''Colt'' grips. Condition is very good. Barrel retains approx. 50% blue (with scattered knackering on left side), 50% on ejector housing, most blue in cylinder flutes, traces on triggerguard webs; some case hardening colors remain on frame and hammer but have mostly silvered out. Grips with light wear, fit well and have a lovely amber coloration. Markings are sharp; action is smooth and crisp; bore is brilliant with sharp rifling. Est.: $900-$1,200. (C&R/PPT)