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LOT 323
Attractive “M.E.G.” Signed Western Theme Panel Scene Engraved Colt Second Generation
Single Action Army Revolver in .357 Magnum with Ivory Grips - Serial no. 36000SA, 357
Magnum cal., 5 1/2 inch round bbl., blue/casehardened finish, ivory grips. Originally manufactured
in 1962, this Colt Single Action Army was subsequently very attractively custom embellished with
near full coverage engraving cut through the original finish, which is signed “ENG./M.E.G./’96” on
the right of the grip frame. The engraving is near full coverage featuring extensive floral scroll with
a punchdot and stippled background, as well as various western motifs scattered throughout,
including a cowboy, tepees, an Indian Police badge, a U.S. Marshal badge, and a wagon train. The
top of the barrel is marked with the standard one-line address, while the left of the barrel has the
model and caliber marking. The left side of the frame has the standard two-line address followed
by the Rampant Colt. The matching serial number is on the bottom of the frame
and the left side of both grip straps. It is fitted with a blade front sight, frame-
top groove rear sight, and a pair of attractively antiqued ivory grips with
gold Colt medallions at the tops.
CONDITION: Very fine as upgraded, retaining 75% plus of the blue and
casehardened finish with the engraved areas and grooves showing
mostly a grey patina and the engraving remaining crisp overall. The grips
are fine with an attractive antiqued appearance, some age lines on the
butts, and only the slightest handling marks. Mechanically excellent. An
attractively embellished Colt Single Action Army revolver!
Provenance: The Charles Marx Collection.
Estimate: 3,500 - 5,500
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