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Fine Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

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Fine Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver
serial #276191, .31 cal, 4'' octagon barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing some bright areas and good rifling throughout. The barrel of this 1865-made revolver retains about 90% original bright blue showing some overall light flaking to gray-brown patina under bright light and some scattered light dings along the sides, particularly around the wedge. The six-shot cylinder has mostly flaked to a medium gray patina showing some small areas of old dings or tool marks and otherwise retaining a nice stagecoach scene. The frame, loading lever and hammer retain about 95% nice original vibrant case-hardened colors showing just a little silvering along the high edges and some other minor speckling. A few screws appear to be later replacements, the original ones retaining some good fire blue. The triggerguard and backstrap are a pleasant goldenrod patina showing some light handling marks and remnants of silver finish in the protected areas. The smooth walnut grip remains in excellent condition retaining about 96% original varnish with a few minor handling marks. The serialized parts are matching including the wedge and the action seems to function well mechanically. An attractive Colt Pocket made in the late war period. (13B11777-7) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)