ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1849 REVOLVER.

ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1849 REVOLVER. SN 113537, matching except wedge, lever, cylinder pin, and grips. The scroll engraving is of the “inhabited” variety associated with Gustav Young, with a dog head on the left side of bbl and wolf heads on the hammer. The Colt markings on the bbl and frame are engraved rather than stamped. The name “J.A.Segan” is engraved through the silver on the backstrap. The pin front sight remains at the front of the bbl, but a dovetail sight has been added to the rear of it. A dovetail slot has been cut through Colt’s name at the rear of the bbl. CONDITION: Gray patina with light to moderate surface rust and pitting, heavier at the rear of the frame. 80% silver on the backstrap and trigger guard. Slightly undersized grips show wear and signs of cleaning. About 1/2 of the cylinder scene remains. Mechanically needs work. 4-58177 (1,250-2,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 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
	746	$2,530.00	ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1849 REVOLVER. SN 113537, matching except wedge, lever, cylinder pin, and grips. The scroll engraving is of the “inhabited” variety associated with Gustav Young, with a dog head on the left side of bbl and wolf heads on the hammer. The Colt markings on the bbl and frame are engraved rather than stamped. The name “J.A.Segan” is engraved through the silver on the backstrap. The pin front sight remains at the front of the bbl, but a dovetail sight has been added to the rear of it. A dovetail slot has been cut through Colt’s name at the rear of the bbl. CONDITION: Gray patina with light to moderate surface rust and pitting, heavier at the rear of the frame. 80% silver on the backstrap and trigger guard. Slightly undersized grips show wear and signs of cleaning. About 1/2 of the cylinder scene remains. Mechanically needs work. 4-58177 (1,250-2,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 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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