CIVIL WAR INSCRIBED COLT 1862 POLICE PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

CIVIL WAR INSCRIBED COLT 1862 POLICE PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 7753. Usual configuration with 6-1/2″ rnd bbl, 5-shot fluted cylinder, silver plated brass grip frame and 1-piece walnut grips. The back strap is inscribed in period script engraving “W.H. Ashbrook 55th Reg. O.V.” Preliminary internet research discloses that William H. Ashbrook enlisted as a Sargent in Company F of the Ohio 55th infantry on September 15, 1861 and was discharged for disability on February 22, 1862 before his unit saw any significant action. CONDITION: Good, all matching except the wedge which is numbered “96306”. No original finish remains, being a mottled silver to dark brown patina with moderate to heavy rust pitting. The grip frame retains about 50% original silver plating. The grips have chipped toes and worn edges with the right side retaining about 75% original varnish and the left side about 25%. The timing needs adjusting, otherwise mechanics are fine. Strong bore with moderate to heavy pitting. Hamilton Collection 4-52137 JR820 (2,750-3,750)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2004

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
	1209	$4,025.00	CIVIL WAR INSCRIBED COLT 1862 POLICE PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 7753. Usual configuration with 6-1/2″ rnd bbl, 5-shot fluted cylinder, silver plated brass grip frame and 1-piece walnut grips. The back strap is inscribed in period script engraving “W.H. Ashbrook 55th Reg. O.V.” Preliminary internet research discloses that William H. Ashbrook enlisted as a Sargent in Company F of the Ohio 55th infantry on September 15, 1861 and was discharged for disability on February 22, 1862 before his unit saw any significant action. CONDITION: Good, all matching except the wedge which is numbered “96306”. No original finish remains, being a mottled silver to dark brown patina with moderate to heavy rust pitting. The grip frame retains about 50% original silver plating. The grips have chipped toes and worn edges with the right side retaining about 75% original varnish and the left side about 25%. The timing needs adjusting, otherwise mechanics are fine. Strong bore with moderate to heavy pitting. Hamilton Collection 4-52137 JR820 (2,750-3,750) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2004 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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