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Colt Single Action Army ''D.F.C'' mkd Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:875.00 USD Estimated At:NA
Colt Single Action Army ''D.F.C'' mkd Revolver
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Colt Single Action Army ''D.F.C.'' Cartridge Revolver, #93520, with Colt Factory Letter, .45 Colt CF cal., 5.5'' round barrel marked ''Colt's Pt. F.A. Mfg. Co. Hartford, CT U.S.A.'' in one line, correct three-line patent date on left frame, correct early frame with cylinder pin retaining screw, correct ''45 Cal.'' marking on left front triggerguard web, ejector gate marked ''3902'', with plain walnut one-piece grips. Initials ''D.F.C.'' of U.S. Ordnance sub-inspector David F. Clark are stamped above the serial number on frame (perhaps a factory overrun). Mfg'd 1883. Shipped to Simmons Hardware Co., St. Louis, MO., on August 15, 1883 in a shipment of 50 guns, with factory letter verifying all features. Originally finished in blue and case hardening, with likely varnished grips. All visible serial numbers match; ejector rod head of later curved style. Condition is good showing an even brown patina with scattered pitting on left side of barrel and front of cylinder. Grips are worn with chip at left toe and bottom dings but fit well and appear original. Action is crisp with tight lockup; bore is fair to good with visible rifling. Est.: $1,750-$2,250. (Antique)