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Early British Proofed Colt1873 Single Action Army Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:3,000.00 USD Estimated At:NA
Early British Proofed Colt1873 Single Action Army Revolver
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Early British Proofed Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army Cartridge Revolver, #20707, .450 Boxer CF cal., 5.5'' round barrel marked ''Colt's Pt. F. A. Mfg. Co. Hartford, CT U.S.A.'' in italic font, tiny British proofmarks on cylinder periphery behind each flute and on underside of barrel, left frame with two-line 1871-72 patent dates, ''45 Cal / B'' marked on left triggerguard bolster, originally blued and case hardened finishes, steel grip straps with varnished one-piece walnut grip. All visible matching serial numbers; loading gate correctly marked ''2589'' (the last digit obscured). Mfg'd 1875. Condition is fine, with smooth metal retaining approx. 70% thinning and toning original blue to barrel and cylinder with virtually all blue in flutes, most original blue on front half of triggerguard and backstrap apron, the balance a gunmetal gray. Frame and hammer retain 35% case colors; screws retain bright original fire blue with unmarred slots. Grips show age and use marks, wear at bottom edges, but fit well and retain most of their original varnish. Action is tight and sure, bore appears excellent with sharp rifling. This Single Action, in a desirable large caliber, is from the iconic Mel Guy Collection of Single Action Colt revolvers. Est.: $6,000-$8.000. (Antique)