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3211
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$2,760.00
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CASED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER. SN 235772. All matching including wedge. Cal 31. 5” oct. bbl. A standard one line NY address although the case is a London case. Lining of the lid is missing and the directions sheet is a reproduction. Blue lined bottom of the case has fitted compartments for the screw driver/nipple wrench, the iron bullet mold, a bead and pillar powder flask, a Japanned cap box, some reproduction nipples, and an incorrect cleaning rod. CONDITION: 75% casehardening colors on the left flat of the frame, traces on the loading lever. Bbl has about 50% blue mixed with pitting and light surface rust. Cylinder has been turned and only about 30% of the scene remains. Grips retain about 75% orig. varnish. Lid of the case has several cracks that have been nailed and filled. Bottom cracks have not all been repaired. Lining in the bottom of the case is faded and stained. Screwdriver has been modified. Bullet mold has been cleaned but retains most of the orig. blue. Cap tin is scratched. Flask is dented and resoldered. The key and escutcheon are missing. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55751 X-8 (2,000-3,000)
Auction: Firearms - Fall 2005 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. |