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The grip straps retain 98% plus of the original silver plating which has taken on an attractive dark aged patina. Even the wedge and the screws retain nearly
all of their bright original finish and have very minimal wear. The grip is also excellent has nearly all of the original varnish, some very slight edge wear by the heel on the left, and otherwise only the slightest handling and storage marks. Mechanically excellent. Aside from the horizontal crack in the case lid, the case is exceptionally fine and has mild scratches and dings and minor fading on the lining. The Colt flask, mold, and combination tool are all excellent with minimal age and storage related wear and nearly all of their original
finish remaining. The unopened cap tin and cartridge packs are very fine and have minor storage wear. Overall, this is an extraordinary cased set centered around one of the absolute finest fluted cylinder Model 1860 Army revolvers extant, arguably one of the top two. Chances to obtain the best of the best are fleeting. Mr. Lampe spent a lifetime acquiring the best available, and this revolver is certainly a testament to his dedication.
Provenance: The George S. Lewis Jr. Collection;
The Gary Minsey Collection; The Greg Lampe Collection. Estimate: 125,000 - 225,000
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