Very good. Bore good with strong rifling and moderate amounts of oxidation with some pitting. Barrel with traces of blue in protected areas mixed with a moderately oxidized plum patina. Frame with a dully mottled plum brown patina. Brass with some nice traces of heavily tarnished silver. Markings clear throughout with most of the cylinder scene intact. Mechanically functional action, all nipples are modern replacements, as is the wedge screw. Grip with much of its varnish and showing scattered bumps, dings and mars. Box with moderate wear and poorly assembled interior compartments.

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