PROTOTYPE COLT MODEL 1855 REVOLVER.

SN 6. 28 Cal. Rare Colt transitional prototype model 1855 side hammer revolver. SN 6 is found on cyl. This gun has characteristics mostly of the model 2 range, but SN and hand engraved “COLTS PATENT” in script in place of bbl address is unique and no doubt this is the only gun in this configuration we are aware. Otherwise gun is a fairly standard model 2 which should have had a Hartford bbl address and serial range starting at #476. Interestingly there is a similar model shown in The Book of Colt Firearms, Wilson, Page 147. According to our consignor this could be the lowest serial number known for this rare prototype. CONDITION: Gun retains 20% orig blue finish, mostly on left side and top strap of frame; bbl has good finish in protected areas, with balance plum/gray; Cyl has good discernible rolled scene of “Indians & Burning Cabin”; stocks have oiled finish not typically encountered of standard varnish; mechanically gun does not index; good discernible rifling in bore; accompanying mahogany case is sound and solid with a longitudinal crack in lid retaining most of its original varnished surface; interior of case is faded, soiled and worn without wooden insert typical of Colt Casings however casing appears contemporary and original to this gun. 4-50402 JS239 (15,000-20,000) – Lot 2222

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
	2222	$0.00	PROTOTYPE COLT MODEL 1855 REVOLVER. SN 6. 28 Cal. Rare Colt transitional prototype model 1855 side hammer revolver. SN 6 is found on cyl. This gun has characteristics mostly of the model 2 range, but SN and hand engraved “COLTS PATENT” in script in place of bbl address is unique and no doubt this is the only gun in this configuration we are aware. Otherwise gun is a fairly standard model 2 which should have had a Hartford bbl address and serial range starting at #476. Interestingly there is a similar model shown in The Book of Colt Firearms, Wilson, Page 147. According to our consignor this could be the lowest serial number known for this rare prototype. CONDITION: Gun retains 20% orig blue finish, mostly on left side and top strap of frame; bbl has good finish in protected areas, with balance plum/gray; Cyl has good discernible rolled scene of “Indians & Burning Cabin”; stocks have oiled finish not typically encountered of standard varnish; mechanically gun does not index; good discernible rifling in bore; accompanying mahogany case is sound and solid with a longitudinal crack in lid retaining most of its original varnished surface; interior of case is faded, soiled and worn without wooden insert typical of Colt Casings however casing appears contemporary and original to this gun. 4-50402 JS239 (15,000-20,000) – Lot 2222 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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PROTOTYPE COLT MODEL 1855 REVOLVER.