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LOT 1186
Attractive Mike Sawmiller Engraved Colt Python Double Action Revolver with Engraving Authentication Letter - Serial no. V07874, 357 magnum cal., 6 inch vent rib bbl., blue finish, walnut grips. Manufactured in 1978 and subsequently beautifully engraved by Mike Sawmiller of Spencerville, Ohio. The included Tyler Gun Works letter lists this gun by serial number and confirms “all finish work was performed
by Tyler Gun Works” of Friona, Texas, and engraved with C+ coverage of Nimschke inspired pattern cut by Mike Sawmiller. The Nimschke style floral scrollwork covers nearly all of the surface. The revolver wears a set of Colt factory checkered target grips featuring gold Rampant Colt medallions.
CONDITION: Very fine overall as master engraved by Mike Sawmiller retaining 99% plus of the blue finish with limited handling marks and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. A standout piece of firearms artistry to any
Colt snake collection.
Estimate: 4,500 - 6,500
LOT 1187
Attractive Mike Sawmiller Engraved Colt Python Double Action Revolver with Engraving Authentication Letter - Serial no. E42225, 357 magnum cal., 4 inch Vent rib bbl., blue finish, hardwood grips. Manufactured in 1972 and subsequently beautifully engraved
by Mike Sawmiller of Spencerville, Ohio. The included Tyler Gun Works letter lists this gun
by serial number and confirms “all finish work was performed by Tyler Gun Works” of Friona, Texas, and engraved with C+ coverage of Nimschke inspired pattern cut by Mike Sawmiller. The Nimschke style floral scrollwork covers nearly all of the surface. The engraving pattern includes several “Nimschke starbursts.” The revolver wears a set of handsome well figured finger grooved target grips featuring silver Rampant Colt medallions.
CONDITION: Very fine overall as master engraved by Mike Sawmiller retaining 99% plus of the blue finish with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent. A fantastic work of modern firearms artistry.
Estimate: 4,500 - 6,500
LOT 1188
Attractive Mike Sawmiller Engraved Colt Python Double Action Revolver with Desirable 2 1/2 Inch Barrel and Engraving Authentication Letter - Serial no. 57911, 357 magnum cal., 2 1/2 inch vent rib bbl., blue finish, walnut grips. Manufactured in 1966 and subsequently beautifully engraved by Mike Sawmiller of Spencerville, Ohio. The included Tyler Gun Works letter lists this gun by serial number and confirms “all finish work was performed by Tyler Gun Works” of Friona, Texas, and engraved with C+ coverage of Nimschke inspired pattern cut by Mike Sawmiller. The engraving covers nearly all of the surface. Fitted with Patridge blade front sight (similar to the 1911 National Match undercut sight), adjustable rear sight, and a set of checkered grips with gold Rampant Colt medallions.
CONDITION: Very fine overall as Master engraved by Mike Sawmiller, retaining 99% plus blue finish with minimal handling marks, crisp engraving, and crisp grip checkering.
Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 4,500 - 6,500
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