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U.S. Colt Second Model Dragoon Revolver.. ...
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Description
U.S. Colt Second Model Dragoon Revolver.Serial no. 9836 [barrel, frame, triggerguard, loading lever, cylinder and butt], .44 caliber, 7 1/2-inch octagonal and round barrel with fixed front sight. Blued finish. Case-hardened hammer, frame and lever. Brass squareback triggerguard and backstrap. Rectangular cylinder stop slots. Top of barrel marked: ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY Left side of frame stamped: COLT'S / PATENT / U.S. One-piece walnut grip. One inspector mark visible under serial number on triggerguard. This model was in production circa 1850-1851 and was government issued, approximately 2,700 second model dragoons were made. This example was manufactured in 1851. An honest example of a scarce Second Model Colt Dragoon.
Condition: Good. Finish primarily a dark mottled grey patina with noticeable areas of age, handling wear and moderate pitting concentrating more to the front of the revolver. Some olive toning to brass. Scattered scuffs, dings and bruising present to wood with light loses. Loading lever latch replaced. Some wood loss at corners. Action tight but functions. Dark bore.
Auction Info
2019 December 8 Civil War, Militaria, Arms & Armor Signature Auction - Dallas #6217 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
December, 2019
8th
Sunday
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