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Lot 158:Colt London Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 158:Colt London Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Desirable Cased Colt London Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

Samuel Colt's Model 1849 Pocket was the most popular Colt revolver of the 19th century in the U.S. and was used from the California Gold Rush through the end of the Indian Wars, but the London '49 Pocket revolvers were much more limited with just an estimated 11,000 manufactured in 1853-1856 compared to over 325,000 of the Hartford '49 Pockets and 43,000 London Navy revolvers. Many of the London '49 Pocket revolvers were made at least in part in Hartford, but this one was likely completely made at the London factory in 1855. It has the small brass cone front sight, "{ADDRESS. COL. COLT./LONDON.}" barrel address, classic stagecoach holdup scene on the 5-shot cylinder, "COLTS/PATENT" on the left side of the frame, London proof and view marks on the barrel and cylinder, and matching serial numbers on the various metal components. It is finished with high polish blue on the barrel and cylinder, silver on the iron grip frame, and case colors on the loading lever, frame, and hammer. The English oak case has navy blue interior lining and contains a bright high polish blue bullet mold, W. Eley cap tin, L-shaped combination tool, James Dixon & Sons bag shaped powder flask, and cleaning rod.

ConditionFine with 40% original blue on the barrel, 50% original case colors, 30% original age darkened silver, and smooth gray and brown patina on the balance. The markings and cylinder scene remain crisp. The grip is very fine and has most of the original varnish, some minor scrapes and dings, and slight handling wear. Mechanically excellent. The case and accessories are fine and have mild age and storage related wear including a crack near the rear of the lid. Overall, a very attractive and desirable cased Colt London '49 Pocket.
Details
ManufacturerColt
Model1849
TypeRevolver
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge31
Barrel5 inch octagon
Finishblue/casehardened/silver
Gripebonized

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views2593
Catalog page120
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