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COLT 1860 RICHARDS CONVERSION REVOLVER.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:250.00 USD Estimated At:500.00 - 1,000.00 USD
COLT 1860 RICHARDS CONVERSION REVOLVER.
Cal. 44 Colt CF. S# 3030. Bbl. shortened to 5 5/16" w/ New York address. Bbl. fitted w/ ejector housing. Bbl. is sightless w/ slightly rounded hand filed muzzle as was often done by gun fighters to avoid catching when drawn in a hurry. 6 Shot rebated cyl. Conversion ring is numbered "1633". Bbl. & frame have matching numbered "3030". Cyl. has partially legible number that may have been "3030". Brass trigger guard & iron backstrap have matching number "3339". 1 Piece walnut grip. Estimated total 9,000 converted 1871-1878. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 2nd cyl. numbered "5246". CONDITION: metal has mottled patina appearance w/ scattered dents & pitting. Brass trigger guard shows recent polishing w/ scratches & dents. Grips are undersized showing heavy wear & dents w/ full length crack having nail repair on right side. Hammer & trigger appear to be modern replacements. (01-17570/DS). ANTIQUE. $500-1,000.