COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET MODEL REVOLVER.

SN 145467. Cal. 31 Perc. Usual configuration, blue and case colored, 6-shot, with 6” oct bbl that has dovetailed front and rear sights added. It has brass trigger guard and backstrap with 1-pc walnut grips with 2-line New York address. This gun was made about 1859 just prior to the Civil War and guns with 6″ bbls were popular among officers both North and South. This gun has the initials of its owner “HCL” scratched into buttstrap. This gun saw honest use but still retains much of its orig finish and would present nicely in any collection. PROVENANCE: Collection of Charles A. Lamb. CONDITION: Fine overall. All matching, including the wedge. Bbl retains over 80% thinning blue finish; there is a slight gap between bbl housing and frame as can be seen in pictures. The loading assembly retains strong traces of original case color with balance silver/gray. The frame retains about 60% muted case colors with balance gray/silver with staining. The trigger guard and backstrap retain over 90% of their orig silver plate. The cylinder has been cleaned and exhibits gray/silver color with a couple of old nicks and dings and retains 95% original stagecoach hold-up scene. Grips have light edge wear with light handling and use marks and retain 90-95% strong bright original varnish. Mechanically gun functions adequately and bore retains strong discernible rifling though pitted. 4-51862 JS130 (2,500-4,500) – Lot 2217

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2014

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
	2217	$3,220.00	COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET MODEL REVOLVER. SN 145467. Cal. 31 Perc. Usual configuration, blue and case colored, 6-shot, with 6” oct bbl that has dovetailed front and rear sights added. It has brass trigger guard and backstrap with 1-pc walnut grips with 2-line New York address. This gun was made about 1859 just prior to the Civil War and guns with 6″ bbls were popular among officers both North and South. This gun has the initials of its owner “HCL” scratched into buttstrap. This gun saw honest use but still retains much of its orig finish and would present nicely in any collection. PROVENANCE: Collection of Charles A. Lamb. CONDITION: Fine overall. All matching, including the wedge. Bbl retains over 80% thinning blue finish; there is a slight gap between bbl housing and frame as can be seen in pictures. The loading assembly retains strong traces of original case color with balance silver/gray. The frame retains about 60% muted case colors with balance gray/silver with staining. The trigger guard and backstrap retain over 90% of their orig silver plate. The cylinder has been cleaned and exhibits gray/silver color with a couple of old nicks and dings and retains 95% original stagecoach hold-up scene. Grips have light edge wear with light handling and use marks and retain 90-95% strong bright original varnish. Mechanically gun functions adequately and bore retains strong discernible rifling though pitted. 4-51862 JS130 (2,500-4,500) – Lot 2217 Auction: Firearms - Spring 2014 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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COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET MODEL REVOLVER.