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LOT 1196
Phenomenal Cased Factory
Engraved Colt New Line .38
Spur Trigger Revolver with
Pearl Grips - Serial no. 3762,
38 RF cal., 2 1/4 inch round
bbl., nickel finish, pearl grips.
Manufactured in 1875, this Colt New Line .38 revolver
shows near full coverage factory floral scroll engraving
on a punch dot background. The standard two-line
address is marked on top of the barrel and “38 CAL” is
marked on the butt. The matching serial number is on
the left of the grip frame, the bottom of the barrel, and
faintly on the inside of each grip. It otherwise has standard features
and is fitted with a pair of smooth pearl grips. Includes a hardwood presentation case, key, cleaning rod, and a full cartridge block of .38 RF cartridges. The case is marked “1872 - 1875” in between the hinges.
CONDITION: Excellent, retains 97% of the original nickel finish with a few scattered light dings and crisp engraving overall. The grips are excellent with only the slightest handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The case is very fine with some scattered light handling/storage marks.
Provenance: The George S. Lewis Jr. Collection.
Estimate: 14,000 - 22,500
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