Lot 46: Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver with Factory Letter
Documented Civil War U.S. Contract St. Louis Arsenal Shipped Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver with Factory Letter
Auction Location: Rock Island, IL
Auction Date: May 3, 2019
Lot 46: Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver with Factory Letter
Documented Civil War U.S. Contract St. Louis Arsenal Shipped Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver with Factory Letter
Auction Location: Rock Island, IL
Auction Date: May 3, 2019
Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
Documented Civil War U.S. Contract St. Louis Arsenal Shipped Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver with Factory Letter
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1860 Army
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44
Barrel: 8 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
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Serial Number: 
Catalog Page: 32
Class: Antique
Description:
The included factory letter indicates this revolver was part of a 1,000 gun shipment to Major F.D. Callender at the St. Louis Arsenal on November 7, 1862. It has the standard markings and features as well as government inspection markings and "CSL" and "JT" cartouches. The serial number match aside from the unnumbered wedge.
Rating Definition:
Very good with mottled gray patina, some slight oxidation, and mild overall wear on the otherwise crisp metal. The grip is fine and has minor lower edge wear, crisp cartouches, and a few small dents. Mechanically fine.
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