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CUSTOMIZED Antique COLT OPEN TOP Pocket Revolver
Guns International #: 100944974 Seller's Inventory #: 5053
Category: Colt Revolvers - Antique - Antique Revolvers - Cartridge
Seller's Information
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
International Phone: 314-707-7373
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Description:
CUSTOMIZED Antique COLT OPEN TOP Pocket Revolver
Stock Lug Marked “AXLEY”, “CHICA[GO]”, “1923”
Here we present an antique Colt Open Top .22 Pocket Revolver, made in 1877 in Hartford, Connecticut. These revolvers were made for self-defense. They were introduced in 1871, shortly after the Smith & Wesson held Rollin White Patent expired, opening the floodgates to a hungry market that had been dying to fully implement metallic cartridge firearms loaded into a totally bored through cylinder—from 1857 to 1869 S&W had exclusivity with these concepts and rightfully dominated the marketplace. The idea was to provide the commercial market with a very small and concealable firearm. Not everyone was a cowboy and carried Colt’s Single Action Army. Many civilians may not have carried if not for something that they could stick in their pocket, purse or muff, much like today. The Open Top was successful for a time, with 7 shots of .22 rimfire, but production ceased by about 1877 due to very stiff competition from a plethora of companies making similar but cheaper versions known today as “Suicide Specials”.
This specimen is an example of late production for the Colt Open Top. The grip has been modified to accept what appears to be a shop-made stock lug, presumably accepting a light wire stock. The stock lug is marked “AXLEY”, “CHICA[GO]”, “N. 30, 1923”. The lug appears well-made and well-fit to the gun. A very interesting addition!
The overall condition is fine. The nickel finish is 90%. The markings are clear and legible. The serial numbers match. The grips show some wear, but are in very good shape. The bore is well-rifled. The action is excellent. Here is a very unique modification to a Colt Open Top Revolver!
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 2-3/8 inches.
Caliber: .22 Rimfire
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$700
#5053
SOLD
Antique: Yes