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CONDITION: Extremely fine. The revolver retains 70% plus of the original blue and 80% casehardened finish. The smooth dark patina
on the barrel and other blue components and the original blue finish have merged into an attractive blue-brown patina. Considerable amounts of the original blue finish remains visible in good light. The “feathered” polishing marks on either side of the front sight blade are visible on the barrel. The cylinder has most of the original blue finish with high point wear and a drag line between the stops. The frame, hammer and loading gate show silvering or age spotting on contact points but retain most of the original casehardened finish with strong case colors in protected areas. The markings on the barrel, frame and other components are crisp. The grip is very fine with light-moderate handling wear and clear inspection marks on the lower left side and right heel. The frame and grip screws show significant amounts of niter blue finish. Mechanically excellent. This is an outstanding example
of a very scarce and highly desirable, 1875 production Indian War
Colt Cavalry Model Single Action revolver with dual “C” and “J” sub- inspection marks.
Provenance: The Gateway Collection; Property of a Gentleman. Estimate: 27,500 - 42,500
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