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Category - Colt Revolvers - Antique - Antique Pistols - Cartridge

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Colt Revolvers - Antique
Antique Pistols - Cartridge

 Antique Colt Open Top Model Single Action .22RF Pocket Revolver

Description:
 Antique Colt Open Top Model Single Action Pocket Revolver with a 2.375” round barrel, , 7 shot ,spur trigger, and walnut grips in .22 short . custom case, and .22 RF ammo  SN: 37629

The Colt Open Top Model Single Action Pocket Revolver was produced by Colt from 1871 to 1877. The Open Top model was Colt's first successful metallic cartridge revolver, and it was a popular choice among law enforcement officers and civilians alike. The revolver was designed to fire a black powder .22 rimfire cartridge, and it featured a unique open-top frame design that made it easy to load and unload.
The spur trigger on this particular revolver was a common feature of pocket revolvers of the time, and it made it easy to draw and fire the weapon quickly. The walnut grips are also a nice touch, adding to the overall aesthetic appeal of the revolver.

Condition:  2.375” nice bore with some very light pitting and still showing strong rifling.  Barrel and cylinder have a nice gun-metal grey patina starting to develope . Brass frame is in very good conditionturning to a nice ochre patina as well.  Original metal surfaces still retain some of the original nickel on the barrel and cylinder. The frame has turned to a bright ocher brass showing some very minor dings and scratches. The smooth walnut grips remain in near excellent condition with strong parts of original varnish and some light handling marks. The barrel markings are very good and legible and revolver includes matching numbers.     Mechanically has a strong hammer action . Tight lock-up , good timing , Hammer holds in half and full-cock positions.

Included:
A very nice custom felt lined case with This collection comes with a very nice antique constructed walnut case showing some thin cracks and  A cut-out section contains a 50 round box of Vintage collectible Peters Cartridge Company  22 short cartridges. The cartridge box is in excellent condition, No tears.  

Today, the Colt Open Top Model Single Action Pocket Revolver is a sought-after collector's item, and it is highly valued for its historical significance and unique design. This particular revolver is a fine example of an antique firearm, and it would make an excellent addition to any collection of antique Colt revolvers or firearms in general.

As an antique, it requires no FFL with FREE SHIPPING INCLUDED.   All that's needed is proof of age, Please note that this gun is sold "as-is" as a collectible with no refund and no return. Payment can be made by personal check, postal money order, or bank check.

 

Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Open Top
Barrel Length: 3

Price: $699.00
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