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Lot 782: Colt 1851 black powder Revolver 36 percussion

Documented and Cased J.J. Adams Signed, Master Engraved, and Gold Inlaid Colt Second Generation Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 13, 2018

Lot 782: Colt 1851 black powder Revolver 36 percussion

Documented and Cased J.J. Adams Signed, Master Engraved, and Gold Inlaid Colt Second Generation Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 13, 2018

Estimated Price: $7,500 - $12,000

Documented and Cased J.J. Adams Signed, Master Engraved, and Gold Inlaid Colt Second Generation Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1851 black powder
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 36 percussion
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue/22 kt. gold
Grip: burl wood
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Item Views: 1295
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 236
Class: Antique
Description:

This very attractive revolver includes a letter from Adams & Adams signed by John J. Adams Sr. that authenticates that he performed the engraving on this 1851 Navy with "Coverage full & 22 Kt. Gold inlay borders & animals & scroll/gold plated trigger guard & back straps/Finish Blue/Grips custom made Burl grips" on January 12, 2013. It has nearly full coverage engraving aside from sections of the loading arm, 2 1/2 inches of the barrel, and the front grip strap. There is gold filled scroll work at the muzzle and breech of the barrel, gold filled borders, and eight gold inlaid animals. The cylinder has the Navy battle scene and is marked "Engraved by W.L. Ormsby New York" just below the gold bordered "COLT'S PATENT No 9067" marking with "ENGAGED 16 MAY 1843" above the battle scene. Adams' signature is located just above the serial number on the bottom of the barrel lug. The trigger guard, butt, and back strap are gold plated and have intricate scroll work throughout and a dog's head at the top of the strap. The top of the barrel has the New York address, and the left side of the frame is marked "COLTS/PATENT". It comes set in a wooden case with red velvet lining that also contains the key and a brass bullet mold for ball or mini-ball bullets marked "5273" with a casehardened plate.

Rating Definition:

Near new in display case with only light handling/storage marks. The case is very good with some slight stains on the interior and light scratches on the wood. The bullet mold is near new.



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