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Lot 148:Colt Model 1848 Baby Dragoon Percussion Revolver

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 148:Colt Model 1848 Baby Dragoon Percussion Revolver

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Colt Model 1848 Baby Dragoon Percussion Revolver

The Model 1848 Baby Dragoon was the first pocket model manufactured by Colt at the Hartford factory and is largely based on the full-size Colt Dragoon revolvers. Around 15,000 Baby Dragoon revolvers were manufactured in 1847-1850 before production shifted fully over to the newer Model 1849 Pocket which went on to be Colt's most popular percussion revolver. This revolver was manufactured in 1849 and falls into the correct pre-11600 range for the Texas Ranger and Indian battle scene found on the cylinder. The barrel has a small post front sight, "-ADDRESS SAML COLT/NEW YORK CITY-" on top, and correctly no loading cutout or provision for a loading lever. The frame has the small "COLTS/PATENT" marking on the left side. It also has distinctive round cylinder stops and square-back trigger guard. The serial numbers match throughout including in the grip's back strap inlet.

ConditionVery good plus with 70% original silver plating, aged patinas on the silver and brass, traces of original blue and mostly silvered out casehardened finish primarily on the hammer and barrel lug, gray and brown patina, light spotting and pitting, and minor marks and scratches. The grip is also very good with much of the original varnished finish, mild scratches and dings, moderate edge wear, and slight chips at the toe. The markings, including most of the cylinder scene, are lightly legible, and it is mechanically fine.
Details
ManufacturerColt
ModelBaby Dragoon
TypeRevolver
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge31 percussion
Barrel3 inch octagon
Finishblue/casehardened/silver
Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views2762
Catalog page110
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