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The blued U.S. Dragoons cylinder was specifically created
by Samuel Colt for Colt’s ally, General William Harney’s 2nd
U.S. Dragoons. The new U.S. Dragoon cylinder first appears intermittently in the commercial range at about 3085 and in the US military production commencing in about the 3800 serial number range.
This extraordinary revolver dates to 1848. The barrel has a German silver blade front sight and “ADDRESS SAML. COLT NEW-YORK CITY” reading from the breech towards the muzzle. The cylinder has the Texas Ranger and Comanche running battle scene, the correct oval stop slots and single safety pin
of the First Model Dragoons, and the noted rare and desirable “U.S. DRAGOONS” marking. The frame has “COLT’S/PATENT/U.S.” stamped on the left. The loading lever, wedge, and arbor are numbered “547”, and “3547” is marked on the cylinder, barrel, frame, trigger guard, and back strap. All of the noted serial numbers match. There is also a “2 USD” markings between the serial number and the trigger guard bow.
CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine with 85% original blue finish, strong original case colors mixed with gray patina on, 95% plus original aged silver plating on the back strap, patches of additional original silver plating in the protected areas of the trigger guard, and generally fairly minor wear associated with age and storage rather than use. The bore appears essentially as if the revolver was never fired. The grip is very fine and has strong varnish finish, a small chip at the toe on the left, and mild dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. Overall, this is an exceptional and highly desirable example of the rare “US DRAGOONS” marked Colt First Model Dragoon.
Provenance: The Dr. Edward Feldman Collection; Property of a Gentleman.
Estimate: 55,000 - 85,000
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