FINE EARLY 4-SCREW MARTIAL COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER.

SN 8946. Cal. 44. Standard configuration made in 1861 at beginning of Civil War with well discerned inspectors cartouche on left grip and small sub-inspector initials found on most other metal parts. This is a fine survivor showing light use, retaining much orig finish and fine aesthetics from muzzle to butt. PROVENANCE: The Confederate and Civil War estate collection of Fred Donaldson. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Gun appears all orig and matching with exception of restored hammer screw. Bbl retains about 20% bright blue with balance plum/grey. Cylinder still has blue in chambers and strong traces in protected rebated area and stops. Cylinder scene is fairly crisp and 90% visible. Frame and hammer retain much of their orig case colors. Backstrap retains about 20% bright blue. Metal overall has some staining and pitting, but presents nicely with well fit grips with edge wear and chipping on left side as can be seen in photos. Mechanically crisp with crisp bore. 52438-16 JS (4,000-5,000) – Lot 3456

Auction: Firearms - October 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.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3456	$3,737.50	FINE EARLY 4-SCREW MARTIAL COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. SN 8946. Cal. 44. Standard configuration made in 1861 at beginning of Civil War with well discerned inspectors cartouche on left grip and small sub-inspector initials found on most other metal parts. This is a fine survivor showing light use, retaining much orig finish and fine aesthetics from muzzle to butt. PROVENANCE: The Confederate and Civil War estate collection of Fred Donaldson. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Gun appears all orig and matching with exception of restored hammer screw. Bbl retains about 20% bright blue with balance plum/grey. Cylinder still has blue in chambers and strong traces in protected rebated area and stops. Cylinder scene is fairly crisp and 90% visible. Frame and hammer retain much of their orig case colors. Backstrap retains about 20% bright blue. Metal overall has some staining and pitting, but presents nicely with well fit grips with edge wear and chipping on left side as can be seen in photos. Mechanically crisp with crisp bore. 52438-16 JS (4,000-5,000) – Lot 3456 Auction: Firearms - October 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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FINE EARLY 4-SCREW MARTIAL COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER.