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Desirable Colt Model 1851 U.S. “Navy-Navy” percussion revolver with “U.S.N” and “J.L.H.” markings

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Desirable Colt Model 1851 U.S. “Navy-Navy”  percussion revolver with “U.S.N” and “J.L.H.”  markings
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Desirable Colt Model 1851 U.S. “Navy-Navy” percussion revolver with “U.S.N” and “J.L.H.” markings on butt strap, .36 cal., 7-1/2” octagon barrel, blue and case hardened finish, iron straps, wood grips, #59216. This gun is in overall very good + condition showing a grey/brown patina to barrel and cylinder with traces of case color on the frame, rammer and hammer with balance gone primarily to a silvery toning; crisp action,all matching visible serial numbers including the wedge and cylinder arbor; considerable original cylinder scene remaining; good bore, good to very good grips with some old wear and mars from carry and storage. This scarce variation is described in more detail in Swayze’s “51 Colt Navies” book. Est.: $3,000-$6,000.