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Listed by serial number in
Colt Cavalry & Artillery
Revolvers... A Continuing
Study by Kopec & Fenn
CONDITION: Fine as a historic Cavalry
Model revolver, retains 30% plus
bright blue finish and 20% case colors
concentrated in protected areas,
with smooth gray and brown patina
on the balance, some characteristic
light freckling, and mostly clear
markings in the metal. Grip is also
fine with some light handling marks,
and defined stamps. Mechanically
functions. A historic example of a
New York Militia issued Ainsworth
sub-inspected Colt Cavalry Model
Single Action Army. This revolver
certainly has some stories to tell!
Estimate: 15,000 - 22,500
According to "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers...
A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn, only 142 New
York Militia revolvers are within the block of revolvers
called the Ainsworth Cavalry revolvers.
