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H. Nettleton Inspected Colt SAA Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:2,250.00 USD Estimated At:NA
H. Nettleton Inspected Colt SAA Revolver
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA
Henry Nettleton Inspected Colt Single Action Army Revolver, #48681, .45 Colt cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, with matching numbered triggerguard, backstrap, barrel, and replacement cartouched walnut grips. Originally shipped July 25, 1878, to the U.S. Gov't Inspector located at the Colt Plant, with factory letter. Condition is near fine showing some restorative work. Barrel and ejector rod housing have been refinished and show nice even thinning. ''HN'' marked cylinder has been renumbered to match. Bolt stop and forward triggerguard screws appear to be later replacements, and U.S. marking to left side of frame may have been re-cut. Replacement grips show well with crisp and accurate markings. Correct Nettleton marked hammer retains approx. 30% original muted case colors. Action is good, bore is fair. Est.: $4,500-$7,000. (Antique)