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Lot 28:Civil War Era Commercial Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver

May 3rd, 2019|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 28:Civil War Era Commercial Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver

May 3rd, 2019|Rock Island, IL
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Very Scarce Civil War Era Commercial Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver with Four Screw Frame

Manufactured in 1862 with cone and hammer notch sights, the one-line New York address, standard cylinder scene and patent markings, "S" below the serial number on the frame and trigger guard, and matching serial numbers on the barrel, wedge, cylinder (period renumbered below the original "4564"), frame, trigger guard, back strap, and grip mortise.

ConditionFine with 25% original blue finish on the barrel concentrated on the sides of the barrel lug, 30% original casehardened finish concentrated on the sides of the frame, traces of original silver plating on the grip frame, aged patina on the silver and brass, mostly light gray and brown patina on the balance, some mild pitting, and scattered scratches and minor marks. Half of the cylinder safety pins remain solid. The grip is very good and has moderate edge wear, scrapes and pressure marks, and handling wear. Mechanically fine.
Details
ManufacturerColt
Model1851 Navy
TypeRevolver
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge36
Barrel7 1/2 inch octagon
Finishblue/casehardened/silver
Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views4281
Catalog page27
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