COLT SAA "CIVILIAN" REVOLVER .45, W/LTR.
Guns International #: 100981482 Seller's Inventory #: COLT SAA REVOLVER WITH LETTER #97514
Category: Antique Revolvers - Cartridge - Colt Revolvers - Antique

Seller's Information
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Seller: Vintage Antique Weapons
Member Since: 2/8/11
State: Oregon
Country: United States
Phone: (541) 267-7011
Fax: (541) 267-7011
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Total Number of Listings: 399
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
3 days
Payment Types Accepted: U.S.P.S M.O. or Bank Cashiers Chk. Personal Check with hold



Description:

This is a very nice  antique Colt Single Action Army, Model 1873, made in 1883, in Hartford, Connecticut. The Colt SAA has become one of the most iconic firearms in history, especially with regards to the American West and in film
This Colt SAA  comes with  Colt factory archive letter, stating that it was shipping to  E.C. Meacham Arms Company, St. Louis Missouri, on October 6, 1883 in a shipment of like arms.  The letter confirms the 4.75 inch barrel length and shipped with  factory  blued finish. This revolver has the Colt Black Powder frame that preceded the more modern “smokeless” frame. The revolver is chambered for .45 Colt, the venerable man-stopping cartridge adopted by the U.S. military in the late 19th Century. The top of the barrel reads “COLT’S PT.F.A.MFG.CO./HARTFORD, CT U.S.A.”  The left side of the frame is marked “PAT.SEPT.19.1871/JULY 2.72. JAN 19.75”. The front left of the trigger guard bow is marked “45 CAL”.
The overall condition is very good . The blued & patina  finish is about 65% present.  Has a few small  marks in metal finish. Markings are clear and legible. All serial numbers match, including  the cylinder, which bears the initials of government inspector David F. Clark,  and It is possible that this was a surplus part from a government contract that Colt  used on a civilian gun or a Buy-Back revolver that was refinished and sent to the commercial market. The  varnished walnut grip is in excellent condition,  showing handling marks and some sharp edge wear. The bore is well-rifled and clean. The action is strong. Buyer Pays $25.00 shipping to the lower 48 states. International shipping is $90.00 for Express Shipping to most locations, plus a $20.00 Bank Wire Fee. I accept USPS Money Orders or Bank Cashier's Check. Will accept Personal check, with shipping hold. Add 3% for Credit Card Purchase.  Layaway Available! Three day non-firing, non-disassembly inspection period. If returned, for any reason, full refund less shipping.  ANTIQUE

SOLD

Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: COLT
Model: Single Action Army
Serial Number: Serial #97514
Caliber Info: .45 cal
Bore: 4.75
Chambers: 6 shot
Ejectors: barrel ejector
Condition: excellent
Metal Condition: Very Good
Wood Condition: solid, very good
Bore Condition: excellent
Barrels: ONE
Barrel Type: round
Action: Single Action
Triggers: one
Stock: WALNUT
Finish: Blued & Patina
Weight: 2.1
Sights: open
Manufacture Date: 1883
Extras: Historical Letter