Guns International #: 102959809
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Guns International #: 102959809
Category - Colt Pistols - Antique
- Antique Revolvers - Cartridge
Colt 1861/72 Navy .38 CF conversion Revolver
Description: Manufactured originally in 1862, this is an nice example of one of approximately 2,200 Model 1861 Mason/Richard conversion Navy revolvers believed to have been factory converted in the mid 1870s. The U.S. Navy had only purchased a few hundred '61 Navies during the Civil War. Like the U.S.N. contract Model 1851 Navy revolvers, these revolvers saw use in the Civil War and remained in use into the late 19th century. It has a German silver blade front sight, the New York barrel address is very clear, "R.W.M." and an anchor on the bottom of the barrel at the breech, "PAT. JULY. 25, 1871./PAT. JULY. 2, 1872." on the left side of the frame, "36 CAL" on the left side of the trigger guard, "3058/4350" on the cylinder, "4383" on the loading gate, and "3058" on the barrel, frame, trigger guard and back strap. This gun would rate very good with the frame case colors fading. The brass which shows an attractive antique patina with the balance of the metal areas showing a mixture of brown and grey patinas. The grip is also very good (as shown in the photos) with light dings and scratches scattered throughout, with a minor chip in the right bottom edge and a small “W” stamp. Mechanically excellent. Price: $2,800.00 Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 102959809
Guns International #: 102959809