Manufactured 1869 and was among the approximately 6,500 revolvers converted from 1862 Police/Pocket Navy revolver parts to 38 rimfire and centerfire cartridge. This example has the 3 1/2 inch round barrel without an ejector. The top of the barrel is marked with the two-line Hartford address, and the left side of the frame is marked with the two-line 1871 and 1872 patent dates. "36 CAL." is on the left trigger guard shoulder stamped over "31 CAL". The cylinder is roll engraved with the stagecoach holdup scene and marked "COLTS PATENT/7108." The "1" is stamped over a "6". The complete matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and butt. The wedge is numbered "14602" with the "6" stamped over a "5". We were unable to remove the barrel to check the cylinder pin number. Fitted with a smooth one-piece varnished walnut grip.

Very good with 25% blue finish remaining on the barrel, with a smooth gray patina on the balance and on the cylinder. The cylinder scene is mostly clear. The frame retains traces of original case colors with a smooth mottled gray patina on the balance. 20% silver plating remains on the trigger guard in the protected areas and the remaining brass has an aged patina. The grip is good with scattered patches of varnish remaining showing wear on the lower edges, and scattered minor dents, dings and scratches. Clear markings. The action functions but is very stiff.