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Lot 201:Colt Flattop Target Single Action Army .450 Eley Revolver

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 201:Colt Flattop Target Single Action Army .450 Eley Revolver

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Scarce Cased Colt Black Powder Flattop Target Single Action Army .450 Eley Revolver

Manufactured in 1890. The barrel has the one-line Hartford address on top and "450 ELEY" on the left side. Per R.L. Wilson in "The Book of Colt Firearms" Colt manufactured 84 flattop target Single Action Army revolvers chambered in .450 Eley. London proofs are stamped on the underside of the barrel and in each cylinder flute, target sights, and matching serial numbers are on the frame, trigger guard, and back strap. The partitioned case features an added cartridge block for 31 rounds and currently holds 22 rounds of .450 Eley and a single round of .455 Eley. A Colt London paper label on the interior of the lid and containing an oiler, screwdriver, and cleaning rod.

ConditionVery fine, retaining 70% original blue finish with thinning to gray on the balance. The replacement grips are fine with some chipping along the high edge, initials lightly hand marked on the bottom and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent. The case is fine overall with minor handling/storage marks.
Details
ManufacturerColt
ModelSingle Action Army
TypeRevolver
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge450 Eley
Barrel7 1/2 inch round
Finishblue
Griphard rubber

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views2462
Catalog page150
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