The Colt Single Action Army is one of the most iconic firearms of the American west, and it, alongside the Winchester Model 1873, are often cited as the "guns that won the west". This example certainly has the look of "been there, done that". Manufactured in early 1898 with the standard one-line address on top of the barrel and caliber marking on the left, two-line patent dates and Rampant Colt on the left of the frame, and matching serial numbers on the frame, trigger guard, and back strap, with the assembly number "465" on the loading gate. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration as well as shipment to Walter Tips in Austin, Texas on 13 May 1898. Also included in a brass collection type tag marked "GRT/169".