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Colt 1851 London Series Navy revolver, .36 cal. percussion, original deluxe period scroll engraved

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:7,500.00 USD
Colt 1851 London Series Navy revolver, .36  cal. percussion, original deluxe period  scroll engraved
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Colt 1851 London Series Navy revolver, .36 cal. percussion, original deluxe period scroll engraved, blued finish, varnished burl wood grips, cased with accessories, formerly William Locke collection, serial #37318.The barrel retains 75-85% original blue that is toning slightly with some minor scratches and drifting at the edges. The barrel address is sharp and the edges are crisp. The cylinder shows 90%+ cylinder scene withfully legible engagement dates, traces of blue drifting to patina and fully visible Ornsby signature. The cylinder retains all of its pins and is crisp. The frame and hammer show 75-85% case hardening toningslightly, with some bright colors. The loading lever shows 40-60% toning case hardening. The backstrap and trigger guard show 80-90% original silver. The deluxe varnished wood grips are very good+ to nearfine with just some minor scratches and about 90% varnish. All matching serial numbers, crisp overall, tight action, and shows little use. The Navy is contained within its original to-the-period green velveteen lined