COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER.

COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. Cal. 44. SN 143680. Nickel finish, 8” rnd bbl with New York address, 3-screw frame, cut for shoulder stock with flat head hammer screw. It has 1-pc walnut grips with visible cartouche on each side and inspector initials on the various parts. The nickel-plating, while probably not original, certainly is old and is of the period of the revolver, possibly made up for a special unit of guards or Indian police, etc. CONDITION: As noted, very good. All matching including the wedge. Overall retains about 80% strong bright nickel with the flaked areas turned to dark patina. Cylinder retains 30-40% original naval engagement scene, mechanics are fine, and three of the safety pins are still prominent. Grips are sharp with slightly worn edges and their visible cartouches and retain a fine hand polish. Mechanics are fine, strong bore with light pitting. 4-56741 (1,750-2,250)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2006

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
	199F.	$1,840.00	COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. Cal. 44. SN 143680. Nickel finish, 8” rnd bbl with New York address, 3-screw frame, cut for shoulder stock with flat head hammer screw. It has 1-pc walnut grips with visible cartouche on each side and inspector initials on the various parts. The nickel-plating, while probably not original, certainly is old and is of the period of the revolver, possibly made up for a special unit of guards or Indian police, etc. CONDITION: As noted, very good. All matching including the wedge. Overall retains about 80% strong bright nickel with the flaked areas turned to dark patina. Cylinder retains 30-40% original naval engagement scene, mechanics are fine, and three of the safety pins are still prominent. Grips are sharp with slightly worn edges and their visible cartouches and retain a fine hand polish. Mechanics are fine, strong bore with light pitting. 4-56741 (1,750-2,250) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2006 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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