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The included factory letter states the revolver was shipped to H&D Folsom Arms Co. of
New York City on April 12, 1880 with .45 caliber chambering and blue finish. The barrel
length and type of stocks are not listed, a common indication of standard 7 1/2 inch
barrel and walnut stocks. Fifty guns were in the shipment. The barrel has the one-line
Hartford address. The left side of the frame has the three-line patent dates marking. The
left side of the trigger guard is marked “45 CAL.” Matching full or partial serial numbers
appear on the frame, trigger guard, back strap, cylinder, and barrel.
CONDITION: Exceptionally fine. The barrel and ejector rod housing retain 85% bright
original high polish blue finish with thinning to brown on the balance. The cylinder
retains 85% bright original high polish blue finish with high edge wear and a drag
line. The grip straps retain 50% plus original blue finish with smooth gray patina on
the balance. The hammer and frame retain 95% vivid original case colors. The grip is
excellent showing some minor handling marks and retaining nearly all of the original
varnish. Mechanically excellent. A very attractive, high condition antique Colt Single
Action Army revolver worthy of the finest collection.
Estimate: 30,000 - 45,000
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