SCARCE EARLY COLT MODEL 1861 CONVERSION REVOLVER.

Revised: 3/15/2010

Correction: This revolver is actually an 1871-72 open top in 44 RF Henry w/ Navy size grip. Loading gate may be a replacement.

SCARCE EARLY COLT MODEL 1861 CONVERSION REVOLVER. SN 129. Cal. 38 RF. Blue & case colored with 7-1/2″ rnd bbl, German silver front sight and 1-line address. Top rear end of bbl has an integral V-notch sight and right side of lug is fitted with an ejector rod with bull’s eye ejector rod head. Left side of frame is marked “COLTS PATENT” and it has silver plated brass trigger guard & back strap containing a 1-pc walnut grip with matching SN in back strap channel. Hammer spring has been lightened. This series of conversions was made from previously unfinished and unassembled parts with an orig bbl that had never been fitted for a rammer. According to Flayderman’s Guide to Antique American Firearms only 2,200 total production in three variations were ever made during period of mid-1870’s. Blue finished examples with any orig finish remaining are quite scarce. PROVENANCE: John Irwin Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good to fine, all matching except wedge which is properly unnumbered. Overall the bbl & cyl retain traces of orig blue, with balance a medium gray/brown patina with some very fine scattered pitting on bbl. Cylinder retains 80-85% Ormsby naval battle scene. Frame & hammer retain smoky faded case colors, slightly stronger in sheltered areas. Trigger guard & back strap retain 40-50% thin orig silver plating. Grip is sound showing light to moderate wear with a few minor nicks & scratches in finish and overall retains about 90% strong orig varnish. Mechanics are fine, strong bore with moderate to heavy pitting. 4-36795 JR68 (4,000-6,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2010

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.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2176	$4,887.50	Revised: 3/15/2010 Correction: This revolver is actually an 1871-72 open top in 44 RF Henry w/ Navy size grip. Loading gate may be a replacement. SCARCE EARLY COLT MODEL 1861 CONVERSION REVOLVER. SN 129. Cal. 38 RF. Blue & case colored with 7-1/2″ rnd bbl, German silver front sight and 1-line address. Top rear end of bbl has an integral V-notch sight and right side of lug is fitted with an ejector rod with bull’s eye ejector rod head. Left side of frame is marked “COLTS PATENT” and it has silver plated brass trigger guard & back strap containing a 1-pc walnut grip with matching SN in back strap channel. Hammer spring has been lightened. This series of conversions was made from previously unfinished and unassembled parts with an orig bbl that had never been fitted for a rammer. According to Flayderman’s Guide to Antique American Firearms only 2,200 total production in three variations were ever made during period of mid-1870’s. Blue finished examples with any orig finish remaining are quite scarce. PROVENANCE: John Irwin Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good to fine, all matching except wedge which is properly unnumbered. Overall the bbl & cyl retain traces of orig blue, with balance a medium gray/brown patina with some very fine scattered pitting on bbl. Cylinder retains 80-85% Ormsby naval battle scene. Frame & hammer retain smoky faded case colors, slightly stronger in sheltered areas. Trigger guard & back strap retain 40-50% thin orig silver plating. Grip is sound showing light to moderate wear with a few minor nicks & scratches in finish and overall retains about 90% strong orig varnish. Mechanics are fine, strong bore with moderate to heavy pitting. 4-36795 JR68 (4,000-6,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2010 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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