FINE EARLY COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

FINE EARLY COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER. SN 105831. Cal. 45 Colt. Nickel finish with 4-3/4″ bbl, full front sight and 2-line address. Left side of frame has 3-line patent dates and left front web of trigger bow has caliber marking. Serial number was observed in usual three places on frame, trigger guard & butt strap and it is mounted with smooth 2-pc pearl grips. Accompanied by a signed statement from Mr. Irwin dated June 3, 1994 wherein he states that he obtained historical information on this revolver from the orig Colt shipping ledger but did not pursue a formal letter. He states that the records show this revolver was shipped in caliber 45 with 4-3/4″ bbl, nickel finish and type of stocks not listed to Harley & Graham Co., New York, NY on Feb. 28, 1884 in a shipment of 100 same type guns. PROVENANCE: John Irwin Estate Collection. CONDITION: About fine. Overall retains about 90% strong orig nickel with loss areas gray metal color and some dark patina on hammer. Screws retain most of their orig fire blue with a few slipped slots. Right grip has a repaired toe, otherwise grips are sound with great fire & color. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore with a few scattered spots of very light pitting. 4-36767 JR83 (3,000-5,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2010

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
	2129	$3,450.00	FINE EARLY COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER. SN 105831. Cal. 45 Colt. Nickel finish with 4-3/4″ bbl, full front sight and 2-line address. Left side of frame has 3-line patent dates and left front web of trigger bow has caliber marking. Serial number was observed in usual three places on frame, trigger guard & butt strap and it is mounted with smooth 2-pc pearl grips. Accompanied by a signed statement from Mr. Irwin dated June 3, 1994 wherein he states that he obtained historical information on this revolver from the orig Colt shipping ledger but did not pursue a formal letter. He states that the records show this revolver was shipped in caliber 45 with 4-3/4″ bbl, nickel finish and type of stocks not listed to Harley & Graham Co., New York, NY on Feb. 28, 1884 in a shipment of 100 same type guns. PROVENANCE: John Irwin Estate Collection. CONDITION: About fine. Overall retains about 90% strong orig nickel with loss areas gray metal color and some dark patina on hammer. Screws retain most of their orig fire blue with a few slipped slots. Right grip has a repaired toe, otherwise grips are sound with great fire & color. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore with a few scattered spots of very light pitting. 4-36767 JR83 (3,000-5,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2010 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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