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SCARCE EARLY COLT ETCHED PANEL MODEL 1877 REVOLVER

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:850.00 USD Estimated At:1,700.00 - 2,500.00 USD
SCARCE EARLY COLT ETCHED PANEL MODEL 1877 REVOLVER
SERIAL 3226. BARREL 3.5". CALIBER .38 COLT. MADE IN 1878. Referred to as the Lightning Model, this is the sheriffs or store keeper that does not have an ejector rod. It is nickel finish with acid etched panel, British proofs on each cylinder but standard Hartford barrel address. This gun has the rare one piece gutta percha grips and 1/4" front sight with fire blue screws and hammer back. Condition. Cylinder face does not show any signs of powder burn and retains about 85% nickel with generous amounts of fire blue. Grips are excellent with no cracks or chips. Action works correctly. Bore is bright. Nice early gun with extremely rare grips. ANTIQUE