Lot 181
*Consecutively Numbered Pair of Ivory Gripped Colt Single Action Army Revolvers with Black Powder Frames and Bullseye Ejectors in Boxes
Sale 1353 - Arms, Armor and Militaria
May 1, 2024 10:00AM ET
Live / Cincinnati
Estimate
$3,000 - $5,000

Sold for $6,600

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
*Consecutively Numbered Pair of Ivory Gripped Colt Single Action Army Revolvers with Black Powder Frames and Bullseye Ejectors in Boxes
1.) .45 Long Colt. 4.75" barrel length. SN: SA67921. Casehardened frame with balance of parts blued, polished hammer flanks, and two-piece Colt medallion ivory grips with screw. Single-action loading gate revolver with six-shot cylinder. Item features a black powder pattern frame with screw-retained cylinder pin, and bullseye ejector rod head. Markings include three-line patent to the left frame, COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45 to the left barrel, and COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A. in a single line atop the barrel. Comes in a matching cardboard box with the owner's manual and inserts.

2.) .45 Long Colt. 4.75" barrel length. SN: SA67922. Item is finished exactly as above and shows similar markings, in addition to its consecutive serial number. Comes in its original COLT marked wood grain cardboard box with the owner's manual, ad inserts, and Colt's letter of congratulations.
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA
Condition Report
1.) As New in Box. Bore is lined with grease, and should clean to Minty with sharp rifling. Metal finish shows no turn ring on the cylinder with a light scratch to the left frame behind the patent mark. Grips retain a bright polish with some scattered light scratches. Box shows scuffs, mars, and some crushed corners. Action has not been tested to preserve finish.

2.) As New in Box. Item shows condition similar to above with few light scratches at right muzzle. Box has some scratches, scuffs, and abrasions overall. Some tears to the flaps. Action has not been tested to preserve finish.

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