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Early 2nd gen. Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:750.00 USD
Early 2nd gen. Colt Single Action Army Revolver
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA
Early 2nd Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver, #1970SA, .38 Spec. cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, factory checkered black plastic grips. Mfg'd 1956, the first year of production for Colt 2nd Generation revolvers. Condition is near excellent with light wear at muzzle. Cylinder retains approx. 94% thinning blue. Backstrap and frontstrap have thinned to approx. 50%. Case hardened frame shows vivid colors with light just beginning corrosion to top strap just forward of hammer. Bright sides of hammer show light carbon spotting as well. Grips and action remain crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (C&R/PPT)