COLT 1ST MODEL DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

COLT 1ST MODEL DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 5678. Cal. 44. This is a very nice all original, complete and matching martial revolver retaining most of its original Indian fight scene on cylinder and traces of original blue finish on bbl. This gun conforms to the standard configuration of other 1st Models with 7-1/2″ part-octagonal bbl, German silver blade front sight (modified or changed; now 3/4″ long blade) and one line New York address. Left side of frame is marked “Colts Patent” over “US”. The cylinder exhibits the typical round stops with the “Texas Ranger and Indian” fight scene, signed “W.L. ORMSBY”. Cylinder is also marked with scarcer “U.S. DRAGOONS/COLTS PATENT” marking surrounding the serial number “5678”. This gun has sub-inspector letters stamped on most pieces and inspector cartouches on both grips. This is a nice, honest example of a weapon made in 1849 that saw very hard service and are not often found with any finish or cylinder scene such as this one. CONDITION: Overall this gun is very good with all matching serial numbers, except wedge which is numbered “394” and retains traces of original finish where protected. Bbl is gray overall with areas of pitting. There are numerous small dents and dings around wedge slot on right side of bbl housing. Bbl retains maybe 5% of its original blue, especially where protected on bottom of bbl. Loading arm is sound and gray overall with traces of color especially on flat with serial number where protected. Frame and hammer are smooth and gray overall. Cylinder is gray retaining about 70% of the original rolled Indian fight scene. The “US” in “US Dragoons” is not discernible and the “C” in “Colts Patent” is weak but discernible as can be seen in photos. All other markings in metal are easily seen and well struck. Stocks are sound and solid though there is a rounded chip on both inside toes as can be seen in photos. Inspector cartouches are discernible in profile only with small dents, dings and scratches. Bore retains good, discernible crisp rifling with areas of pitting. Mechanically gun is only partially functional due to broken main spring which both pieces are still under grips. 4-46970 JS136 (10,000-15,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2012

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
	1486	$16,100.00	COLT 1ST MODEL DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 5678. Cal. 44. This is a very nice all original, complete and matching martial revolver retaining most of its original Indian fight scene on cylinder and traces of original blue finish on bbl. This gun conforms to the standard configuration of other 1st Models with 7-1/2″ part-octagonal bbl, German silver blade front sight (modified or changed; now 3/4″ long blade) and one line New York address. Left side of frame is marked “Colts Patent” over “US”. The cylinder exhibits the typical round stops with the “Texas Ranger and Indian” fight scene, signed “W.L. ORMSBY”. Cylinder is also marked with scarcer “U.S. DRAGOONS/COLTS PATENT” marking surrounding the serial number “5678”. This gun has sub-inspector letters stamped on most pieces and inspector cartouches on both grips. This is a nice, honest example of a weapon made in 1849 that saw very hard service and are not often found with any finish or cylinder scene such as this one. CONDITION: Overall this gun is very good with all matching serial numbers, except wedge which is numbered “394” and retains traces of original finish where protected. Bbl is gray overall with areas of pitting. There are numerous small dents and dings around wedge slot on right side of bbl housing. Bbl retains maybe 5% of its original blue, especially where protected on bottom of bbl. Loading arm is sound and gray overall with traces of color especially on flat with serial number where protected. Frame and hammer are smooth and gray overall. Cylinder is gray retaining about 70% of the original rolled Indian fight scene. The “US” in “US Dragoons” is not discernible and the “C” in “Colts Patent” is weak but discernible as can be seen in photos. All other markings in metal are easily seen and well struck. Stocks are sound and solid though there is a rounded chip on both inside toes as can be seen in photos. Inspector cartouches are discernible in profile only with small dents, dings and scratches. Bore retains good, discernible crisp rifling with areas of pitting. Mechanically gun is only partially functional due to broken main spring which both pieces are still under grips. 4-46970 JS136 (10,000-15,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2012 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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