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Colt RCMP New Service .455 Eley SN: 83541

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Colt RCMP New Service .455 Eley SN: 83541
WW1 era Colt New Service revolver issued to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, who used the New Service in 455 Webley and 45 Colt through much of the early 20th century, including into the 1940s. Manufactured 1915. Blade front and notch rear sights, the two-line Hartford address and patent dates on top of the barrel, "NEW SERVICE .455 Eley" on the left side of the barrel, "VP" and "3" on the left side of the trigger guard and the Rampant Colt on the side plate. The knurled hammer, cylinder catch and smooth trigger are finished in a dark royal blue, "rampant Colt" on left frame. Fitted with a lanyard swivel. Also stamped on the left frame is Canadian proofs, the broad arrow, "V5F" under crown. crossed flags, etc. "RCMP" is stamped on the frame beneath the cylinder. 5.5" barrel. blue finish, smooth wood grips, fixed sights. Bore is good, bright, with some light scattered pitting, grips are very good, action is crisp/tight, blue is about 40% with handling loss, scratches, holster wear. NRA Condition-Good. C&R Firearm.