Manufactured in 1862. The top of the barrel is marked "ADDRESS COL COLT/NEW-YORK U.S.A.", "31 CAL" is marked on the frame directly behind the right recoil shield, the patent marking appears in one of the cylinder flutes (faint), and the serial number is on the butt. The frame, hammer, breech end of the barrel and back strap were factory engraved in the Gustave Young shop with floral scroll designs. There is light scroll engraving over each chamber of the cylinder. It is fitted with a smooth one piece grip. The partitioned custom case is lined in blue velvet and contains Eley Bros. percussion cap tin, two cavity unmarked brass bullet mold, double face "COLTS PATENT" eagle powder flask, and screwdriver with nicely figured wooden handle. Provenance: Gillespie collection.

Fair. The revolver has an overall bright polished appearance. There is some minor flash type pitting. The engraving is crisp. The slightly undersized grip is very fine with some age cracking on the bottom an couple small surface chips missing from the top and some minor handling marks. The action does not function properly. The relined case is good with minor handling/storage marks and some high spot wear to the lining.