Colt Model 1849 Pocket Pistol

Description:

Colt Model 1849 Pocket Pistol, c. 1855, serial number 100576, all matching numbers, varnished walnut grips, silver-plated brass backstrap and triggerguard, steel frame marked COLTS/PATENT, cylinder retains most of its scene, top of the barrel marked with a two-line address, barrel lg. 4, overall lg. 9 3/4 in.
Estimate $1,200-1,500

Overall in good condition, action functions properly.


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