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USHS "Frederic Remington" 1860 Army .44 Cal

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:300.00 USD Estimated At:600.00 - 900.00 USD
USHS  Frederic Remington  1860 Army .44 Cal
SN: 6 United States Historical Society highly embellished reproduction of the Colt 1860 Army percussion revolver. Commemorating 19th Century American artist Frederick Remington & the 100th anniversary of his election as Associate of the National Academy of Design. Features high polish blued finish, 8" round barrel, brass blade front sight, 'v' notch rear sight cut in the hammer lip, smooth thin trigger, knurled hammer spur, non-fluted six shot rebated cylinder, brass triggerguard & backstrap, provisions for a shoulder stock, one-piece walnut grip. The top of the barrel is gilded with "1861 - 1909 FREDERIC REMINGTON" proudly bordered in gold. The frame has gold plated images of a man with rifle on the right, man on horse on the left, the cylinder has horse riding scenes and a bust portrait of Remington. The revolver is nearly like new with few signs of handling. Includes very good condition light blue velvet lined locking wood case, inlet for revolver & accessories, with leather insert to lid with "Frederic Remington" signature and artwork of a cowboy on horseback. The key to the case, an envelope containing USHS documents, and a red velvet storage bag for the revolver complete the set. Condition is NRA Excellent *** Antique Firearm ***