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Colt 1st Model Dragoon .44 cal SN: 2856

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:1,250.00 USD Estimated At:2,500.00 - 5,000.00 USD
Colt 1st Model Dragoon .44 cal SN: 2856
A Rare Early U.S. 1nd Model Colt Dragoon Revolver Serial Number 2856 For 1848, first year of production. 7000 manufactured. 7 1/2" barrel, .44 caliber. oval cylinder stops, square back triggerguard. . All Colt “4 pounders” are desirable as they saw hard service on the western frontier and are the quintessential heavy Dragoon revolver. Serial number 2856 has been used hard, but still retains the “Address Saml Colt New York” address. (Faint) U.S. on frame under the 'Colt's Patent appears to be not original to the gun. Grips are later replacements, the screws are later replacements except one, the loading lever catch is a replacement, Serial numbers match on the barrel, frame, triggerguard, and backstrap, the serial number on the cylinder on the cylinder appears not to be original to the gun. ")18' on the lever. Action works well. Cylinder scene is gone, and "Colts Patent" is faint. Small dark colored area on backstrap behind hammer, shows as smooth & blended. Finish has turned a gray/brown patina with scattered areas of pin-prick pitting,Brass is discolored. Condition is NRA Fair Antique Firearm.