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The top of the barrel is roll-stamped: “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. Co./HARTFORD CT. U.S.A.” in two lines and the left side is roll-stamped: “(BISLEY MODEL) 45 COLT” in a single line. The caliber designation “45” is stamped on
the underside of the barrel just ahead of the frame. The left side of the frame is roll-stamped with the Colt two-line/three-date patent markings in an engraved panel. The assembly number “45” is
stamped on the inside of the loading gate. The full serial number is stamped on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard and back strap. The partial serial number “848” is
stamped on the rear face of the cylinder. All of the visible serial numbers match. CONDITION: Excellent. The revolver retains 97% plus of the untouched original nickel-plated finish. There is some finish loss and traces of pitting along the left edge of the recoil shield. The cylinder has some minor high point wear and there is some finish flaking in two of the flutes. The niter blue finish on the trigger and hammer top is thin. The remainder of the nickel plated and niter blue finish is intact
and shows minimal wear. The flawlessly executed engraving is sharp and deep. The action is crisp but the hammer will not hold at half-cock. The pearl grips are in excellent
condition. This is an exceptional example of a scarce Colt Bisley Model Single Action Revolver, New York engraved possibly L.D. Nimschke or his shop for Hartley & Graham. Provenance: The TTT Collection. Estimate: 35,000 - 55,000
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