Engraved Colt Single-action Army Revolver

Description:

Engraved Colt Single-action Army Revolver, c. 1881, serial number 68032, .38 caliber, black rubber grips with eagle (replacements),nickel finish, aftermarket engraving, marked on the left side of the frame "PAT. SEPT. 19. 1871./JULY 2-72./JAN. 19.-75.," the top of the barrel "COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.," and the left side of the barrel marked "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .38 SPECIAL," barrel lg. 5 1/2, overall lg. 11 in.

Provenance: The collection of David F. Post.
Estimate $2,000-4,000

Grips are ill fittings replacements, the serial numbers are worn from refinishing, bore is clean with light rifling, and the action functions properly.


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