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18PA-1 COLT SAA #54255

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:3,500.00 USD
18PA-1 COLT SAA #54255
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Colt U.S. “Artillery” model Single Action revolver in .45 L.C> caliber with a 5 ½” barrel, S/N 54255. Serial number 54192 was issued to troop L 7th Cavalry. This revolver remains in near fine condition retaining the majority of its arsenal blue and case hardened finish. The barrel retains 85%-95% bright blue with slight loss at the front of the muzzle and “feathering” or polish visible on sight which retains almost all original blue and is it full original dimension. The cylinder retains a matching 85%-95% bright blue with an index line and some minor aging just starting. The frame shows 75%-85% plus case colors with great rainbow hues just aging naturally. The straps show 90% plus bright blue. The hammer matches the frame condition showing strong color and the ejector rod housing is 60%-80% thinning on the edge. The grips show “R.A.C.” inspection stamps on each side of butt and are very good plus with partial cartouche on right grip face. Parts are numbered as follows:

Frame: 54255
Trigger guard: 133296
Butt strap: 95796
Barrel: 5778 “D.F.C.” marked
Cylinder: not visible
Grips: 4745
A Kopec authentication letter is included where he states “Frame is totally original and has never undergone buffing or polishing”. Also he concludes “This revolver appears to be totally original in every respect”. The action is working but 1 notch is faulty. The interior is pristine. A very high grade and desirable artillery Colt. (Antique) Est.: $7,000-$14,000