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COLT 1871-1872 OPEN TOP REVOLVER 44 RIMFIRE SHIPPED TO FRANK DeGRESS OF WEXELL & DeGRESS
Guns International #: 103021859 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Colt Revolvers - Antique - Antique Revolvers - Cartridge
Seller's Information
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Seller: Vintage South Texas
Company: Vintage South Texas
Member Since: 6/14/20
State: Texas
Zip: 78373
Country: United States
Phone: (734) 286-5550
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Number of Active Listings: 14
Total Number of Listings: 135
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Money Order, Check Certified
Description:
The item for sale is a Colt 1871-1872 Open Top Revolver. The revolver is chambered for the 44 Henry Rimfire cartridge. The Colt Archives Letter which accompanies the sale of this revolver shows it was initially sold to Frank DeGress partner in the company Wexell & DeGress. This company had operations in both New York and Mexico City. The Colt 1871-1872 Open Top Revolver is a scarce and highly desirable Colt model. There were only approximately 7000 of these produced by Colt. Due to the harsh conditions, especially in Mexico these revolvers saw in service few have survived and many of the survivors saw their barrels shortened. This example has had the barrel shortened but expertly restored back to it's original length of 7 1/2". Many of these went south of the border.and this example may well have seen Mexican service. The revolver has matching numbers on the frame, trigger guard, back strap, cylinder and barrel. The numbers are faint however they are there. The gun is very good mechanically and functions as Colt intended. The walnut grips are outstanding in both appearance and fit. The serial number is 2672. The revolver shows areas of nickel plating which may further support this having seen service in Mexico. The revolver has an eye appealing patina finish. The initials FR are on the bottom of the gtips.
We provide LAY-AWAY PLANS which are available for this item. Please contact us if interested to discuss our flexible terms.
This is an antique and will be shipped directly to the buyer's residence. Please include $35 to cover shipping and insurance. The item will be shipped via USPS Priority Mail fully insured.
Price: $4,450.00
Antique: Yes
Handgun Caliber: .44 Henry rimfire (11x23R)
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1871-1872 Open Top Revolver
Serial Number: 2672
Barrel Length: 7 1/2
Condition: Very Good
Wood Condition: Excellent
Action: Single
Manufacture Date: 1874