*RARE 357 MAGNUM PRE-WAR SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

SN 356955. Cal. 357 Magnum. Blue & case colored with 5-1/2″ bbl, very slightly trimmed orig front sight with 1-line block letter address & left side of bbl roll marked “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .357”. Left side of frame has 2-line patent dates with rampant Colt and mounted with Colt factory silver medallion, smooth ivory grips. Rear face of cylinder, between two chambers, has last two digits of serial number and front face of cylinder has a small star. Serial number was also observed on right side of front & back straps, under grip. Inside left grip is pencil number “46” & grease pencil name “LG BROWN”. Accompanied by a Colt Factory letter with limited information which only states that this revolver was manufactured Aug. 28, 1939 and sent to shipping room Aug. 30, 1939 and that it was furnished in 357 Magnum caliber. There were no other details. According to the book Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia, Cochran, only 525 of these rare pre-WWII revolvers were ever made in this caliber. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus, all matching. Overall retains 99%+ orig finish with glossy bright blue & vivid case colors with only very, very slight muzzle edge wear & some minor drag scratches on cylinder. Grips are also matching exceptionally fine condition with ivory patina. Two small cut notches are found on inner toes of each grip. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 51785-1 JS (6,000-8,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 1148

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Auction: Firearms - April 2017

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Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1148	$6,900.00	RARE 357 MAGNUM PRE-WAR SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER. SN 356955. Cal. 357 Magnum. Blue & case colored with 5-1/2″ bbl, very slightly trimmed orig front sight with 1-line block letter address & left side of bbl roll marked “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .357”. Left side of frame has 2-line patent dates with rampant Colt and mounted with Colt factory silver medallion, smooth ivory grips. Rear face of cylinder, between two chambers, has last two digits of serial number and front face of cylinder has a small star. Serial number was also observed on right side of front & back straps, under grip. Inside left grip is pencil number “46” & grease pencil name “LG BROWN”. Accompanied by a Colt Factory letter with limited information which only states that this revolver was manufactured Aug. 28, 1939 and sent to shipping room Aug. 30, 1939 and that it was furnished in 357 Magnum caliber. There were no other details. According to the book Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia, Cochran, only 525 of these rare pre-WWII revolvers were ever made in this caliber. Special Note:* This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus, all matching. Overall retains 99%+ orig finish with glossy bright blue & vivid case colors with only very, very slight muzzle edge wear & some minor drag scratches on cylinder. Grips are also matching exceptionally fine condition with ivory patina. Two small cut notches are found on inner toes of each grip. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 51785-1 JS (6,000-8,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 1148 Click here to view provenance Auction: Firearms - April 2017 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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*RARE 357 MAGNUM PRE-WAR SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.