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The revolver was manufactured in 1878. As stated, the left side of the barrel has the incredibly rare “OMNIPOTENT” acid etched panel. The top of the barrel is stamped with the one-line Hartford address. “45 CAL” is stamped on the left side of the trigger guard. The full serial number appears on the butt ahead of the lanyard loop, and matching partial serial number “712” is found on the loading gate and on the rear cylinder face with the individual numbers stamped between the chambers. Both of the bird head grip panels are also numbered to the gun. Besides the matching serial number, the rear cylinder face is also stamped with a factory “T” inspection mark. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 70% untouched original nickel plating with a smooth gray patina on the balance. The very fine original acid etched “OMNIPOTENT” panel is clear and legible. The grips are excellent with minimal handling marks and overall crisp checkering. Mechanically fine. We have cataloged only a few “Omnipotent” etched panel Colt Model 1878 DA revolvers in the last 30 years, and it will likely be a long time before we see another. Don’t miss your opportunity to acquire one of Colt’s rarest double action revolvers!
Provenance: The Tom Selleck Collection.
Estimate: 18,000 - 27,500
"Omnipotent marked Model 1878 revolvers are among the most sought after revolvers by collectors today"
- author Don Wilkerson
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