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Colt Large Frame Lightning 45-85-285 Guns International #: 100768711 Seller's Inventory #: Category: Colt Rifles - Lightning - Colt Rifles - Antique Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: fas Company: Firearms Appraisal Services Member Since: 3/6/07 First Name: John Last Name: Allen State: Tennessee Zip: 37069 Country: United States Phone: (615) 403-0593 Fax: Platinum Seller Number of Active Listings: 2 Seller: Private Seller Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. 3 days Payment Types Accepted: Cashiers check,postal M/O Description: Colt large frame Lightning in 45-85-285.Built in 1892,this rifle has a 28" octagon barrel with an excellent bore.The bore is bright and free of rust or pitting with very strong rifling.The action is smooth with strong hammer spring and a good trigger.The gun retains around 70% of the blue and 50% of the case color on the hammer and trigger..The wood is sound with no cracks or damage.The stock shows signs of a very old refinish that was correctly done and the forend is all original..The rifle has the original sights and a Lyman tang sight.This is a very sound rifle that can handle 45-70 loads if you don't want to hand load.A rare rifle for the collector or shooter.Classified as an antique.I will have this gun at the Wannenmachers Tulsa Arms show Nov.11-14 section LB 9 and 10 downstairse by and take a look. SOLD Antique: Yes Manufacturer: Colt Model: Lightning Express Serial Number: 5867 Caliber Info: 45-85-285 Metal Condition: excellent Wood Condition: excellent Bore Condition: excellent Action: pump Manufacture Date: 1892 |