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Composite Antique Factory Engraved Colt 1851 Navy

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:400.00 USD
Composite Antique Factory Engraved Colt 1851 Navy
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Composite Antique Factory Engraved Colt Model 1851 4th Type Navy Percussion Revolver, #91886, .36 cal., 7.5'' octagonal barrel has an old (but not original) blade front sight, hinged loading lever beneath, maker's name and address in one line on top flat; round 6-shot cylinder has the rolled naval battle scene; open-top frame has fine floral scroll engraving, hand-engraved ''Colts/Patent'' at left, matching engraved ''wolf's head'' hammer, two-piece brass grip engraved to match, one-piece varnished walnut grips. Mfg'd ca. 1859, originally with blued barrel and cylinder, case hardened lever, frame and hammer, silver-plated straps. Condition is good as configured, the un-engraved barrel and lever are numbered ''6728'', the wedge ''728''. Gun overall retains no original finishes being mostly smooth gunmetal gray, brass with aged patina. Grips are solid with mild wear and no finish. Visible serial numbers match (frame, cylinder and straps); markings and engraving are sharp; cylinder scene is light but 90% visible (4 notches at front of circumference); fit is tight. Action is strong and crisp; bore is clean and bright with sharp rifling. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Antique)