1128

$3,162.50

FINE AND SCARCE CIVIL WAR ALLEN & WHEELOCK CENTER HAMMER ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 84. Cal. 44. Blue finish with 7-1/2″ oct to rnd bbl, pinched post dovetail brass front sight. Left side of bbl flat marked “ALLEN & WHEELOCK. WORCESTER. MASS. US / ALLEN’S PT’S. JAN. 13. DEC. 15. 1857 SEPT. 7…” This is a fine example retaining most of its orig finish that is possibly unfired. PROVENANCE: The Estate Collection of Phil A. Bleakney, Jr. CONDITION: Very fine overall. All matching. Bbl retains about 20-30% orig blue, mostly on the oct area with the rnd section a smooth gray metal patina; frame retains about 40-50% glossy orig blue with the balance grey/plum. Trigger guard and hammer retain muted case colors with balance grey. Grip straps are mostly a grey/brown patina with traces of orig bright blue. Grips are sound and solid, well fit retaining 90% plus orig varnish, light edge wear. Cylinder retains about 20% orig splotchy blue with balance grey and white drag line. Strong blue finish still found in chambers and bore. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore. 49059-137 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1128

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Auction: Firearms - October 2015

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Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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