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proof mark is stamped on the cylinder. Matching full or partial serial numbers are found on the frame, trigger guard, back strap, cylinder, and barrel. The left side of the grip is stamped with the date “1878” above the final inspection mark which consists of the script initials “JEG” (John E. Greer) with an oval border. The lower right side of the grip is stamped with the script sub-inspector initials “HN” in an oval.
CONDITION: Excellent. The revolver retains 95% original blue finish with minor
edge wear and attractive correct “streaked” finish on the grip straps. The frame and hammer retain 95% plus vivid original case colors. The grip is also excellent with minimal handling marks and very crisp date and cartouches. Mechanically excellent. As determined by John Kopec the condition of this revolver rates it among the upper 1% of surviving Cavalry Models. Add its historical importance of being part of the only known Springfield surplus shipped pair of Cavalries, and you have a well- documented, outstanding Colt that will take center state to any public or private collection no matter how advanced.
Provenance: The Ray Bentley Collection; The Bob Eder Collection; The James Fuquay, Jr. Collection; The Bobby Smith Collection, Private Collection.
Estimate: 90,000 - 150,000
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