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Colt 1855 Sidehammer 31 cal SN: 12615

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:500.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 2,000.00 USD
Colt 1855 Sidehammer 31 cal SN: 12615
'Model 7 Root' Most desirable model in the series. Antique American made single action spur trigger percussion revolver, manufactured circa 1868. Features a blued finish, 4.5" barrel with two line patent markings & NY address, loading lever, front sight missing, 'v' notched rear sight, non-fluted five shot cylinder, smooth spur trigger, side mounted hammer with knurled spur, and one-piece vanished wraparound walnut grip. Bore is fair to good condition, some frosting & pitting, strong rifling. Retains 20% finish, dark colors in protected areas, mostly showing faded colors and bare metal, with scratches and other handling marks. Many small dents around backstrap, sides on frame. Screw slots show damage. Grips are good condition with small chips and dents. Stage coach scene on cylinder is very good, cylinder numbers "12512". Action not working, cylinder does not rotate when hammer is being cocked. Condition is NRA Fair (mechanical issue) *** Antique Firearm ***