COLT CAVALRY MODEL 1873 U.S. CAVALRY REVOLVER INSP. BY "AINSWORTH
Guns International #: 101348762 Seller's Inventory #: COLT SAA U.S. CAVALRY #8887- - SOLD!
Category: Colt Revolvers - Single Action Army - 1st Gen - Colt Revolvers - Antique

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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
Number of Active Listings: 0
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:

Colt SAA U.S. MODEL 1873 Cavalry "AINSWORTH " Inspected ,  All visible numbers are matching!  All legends  are crisp and readable.  Barrel address has the correct "broken" fonts in the "o" in the "Co", and the "A" in" Hartford". It is listed on (page 28)  of the "Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers" by "Kopec & Fenn" . The book specifically lists, #8887, as being an "Ainsworth New York Militia Revolver".   Has an Excellent  action, indexes properly, locks up tight and has all 4 "clicks". Has a 7.5" barrel with a strongly rifled bore showing some fine pitting.  Metal is all a Blue to Brown patina.does show remnants of case hardening on hammer  and frame. . Cylinder has last 3 digits of serial number visible. No other visible markings on cylinder. The  grips are one piece.walnut and are varnished  and show some edge loss and shrinkage. No cartouche remains on either side, but Ithe only number I can make out is the "7" in the grip channel. The barrel has the  Number "8887"  and a "P" inspector mark and a couple of dents where the "A" should be located. The trigger guard and back strap have the "A" inspector mark. Inside the bottom of the trigger guard bow shows some wear in a couple of spots (see pics.). Buyer  pays $20.00 shipping to lower 48 states.  I accept USPS Money Orders or Bank Cashier's Check. Will accept Personal Check, with shipping hold.Three day, non-firing, non-disassembly, inspection period. If returned, for any reason, full refund, less shipping.  Layaway Available!  One third down, balance on or before 90 days. Will consider layaway options,  within reason.  ANTIQUE!    
 
 

SOLD

Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: COLT
Model: MODEL 1873 U.S. CAVALRY
Serial Number: SERIAL #8887
Caliber Info: .45
Bore: 7.5
Chambers: SIX
Ejectors: BARREL ROD
Condition: VERY GOOD
Metal Condition: VERY GOOD
Wood Condition: VERY GOOD
Bore Condition: VERY GOOD
Barrels: ONE
Barrel Type: ROUND
Action: SINGLE ACTION
Triggers: ONE
Stock: WALNUT
Finish: BLUED &PATINA/CASE HARDENED
Sights: BARREL
Manufacture Date: 1874