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NH Attic Find - Colt D.A. 32 Rainmaker - Colt M1877- Less Than 200 Made in 32 - DA Functions - SN 109663 - See Photos For Condition
Guns International #: 101352723 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Colt Revolvers - Double Action Pre-War - Colt Revolvers - Antique
Seller's Information
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Seller: THE GUN GUY AT SUNAPEE, LLC
Company: The Gun Guy at Sunapee, LLC
Member Since: 7/7/15
First Name: Edward
Last Name: Bryant
State: New Hampshire
Zip: 03255
Country: United States
Phone: (603) 400-0400
Phone2: (603) 400-0400
Number of Active Listings: 0
Total Number of Listings: 41
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: USPS Money order or Cashier's Check
Description:
SALE PENDING RECEIPT OF FUNDS!!
Here is a rare New Hampshire attic find. During a house clean out this old revolver was found and the owner gave it to the clean out person as partial payment for his work.. He subsequently sold it to my consignor. who now offers this very rare Colt to you, It is a Colt Model 1877 a double-action revolver manufactured by Colt's Patent Fire Arms from January 1877 to 1909 for a total of 166,849 revolvers. The Model 1877 was offered in three calibers, which lent them three unofficial names: the "Lightning", the "Thunderer", and the "Rainmaker". The principal difference between the models was the cartridge in which they were chambered: the "Lightning" being chambered in .38 Long Colt; the "Thunderer" in .41 Colt. Both models had a six-round ammunition capacity. An earlier model in .32 Colt known as the "Rainmaker" was offered in 1877. The M1877 was designed by one of the inventors of the M1873 Colt Single Action Army, William Mason, as Colt's first attempt at manufacturing a double-action revolver. The M1877 was the first successful US-made double-action cartridge revolver.
The M1877 was offered from the factory in two basic finishes: nickel-plated or a case-hardened frame with a blue barrel and cylinder. The revolver was available in barrel lengths from 2.5″ to 7.5″ and was available with or without the ejector rod and housing. The shorter barreled versions without the ejector rod were marketed as "shopkeeper's specials". This revolver is a Rainmaker in .32 Colt and has a 3-1/2 inch barrel and shows indication the receiver is case colored. Little to no bluing remains and the exterior is a mottled mixture of grey patina and darker colors. The Gutta-Percha grips are smooth and worn on the lower right grip but there is still visible checkering pattern up to and around the Rampant Colt on both sides. of the grips. They are fully intact. The end of the cylinder take down pin is well worn and somewhat marred. There is a hole to the right of the pin where an ejector rod housing fit to push out the empties. Consequently it is probable this gun started life with a longer barrel and either the barrel was cutdown to 3-1/2 inches and the front sight repositioned or the revolver was rebarreled. I see no indication there was an ejector rod housing in place but the work was probably done so long ago that evidence it was on the barrel has disappeared along with the finish.. According to the Colt Site this revolver was made in 1898. It is reported there were only about 200 Rainmakers made and far fewer have survived the years to be known examples in collections so this is a very rare example of the Colt M1877. . I have more photos and am happy to take as many as you may require. No California or Oregon sales. Need USPS money order or cashier;s check and copy of the receiving FFL sent to me prior to shipping which will be $55 by USPS priority to your dealer with tracking information sent to you as soon as it goes out. Please contact Ted Bryant, The Gun Guy at Sunapee, LLC, 894 Rte 103, Newbury NH 03255. Phone 603-400-0400.
Email me at tbryant22atyahoo or tedbryantatreagan
Insured shippng by USPS will be $55 to cover shipping, packaging and handling. Need a USPS Money order or cashier's check and a copy of the receiving gun shop's FFL. Please ask any and all questions and happy to answer to the best of my knowledge. Will provide more pics if needed.
This gun is IN STOCK and ready to ship as are all the guns I have listed-unless noted.
Happy to send along more pics, answer questions over phone or email. Please email your phone number so I can call back if I miss the call.
Be sure to look at my other offerings for more
Local New Hampshire buyer can view/purchase gun in person after 4473/ NICS check, at 894 Rte 103, Newbury NH 03255. Please email/call first (603.400-0400) to be sure its not sold. We also Buy and Consign Guns.
Buyer must provide dealers signed 01 FFL- email or hard copy,I will include a copy of my FFL with shipment.
There is a 3 Day non firing/non turn inspection period (gun must be in same condition if returned) on used guns only - not new guns sorry - they are under factory warranty & buyer pays shipping and insurance both ways if returned. The period begins upon receipt by your FFL dealer. Shipping in either direction is non refundable.
SAFETY NOTICE: Buyer is solely responsible for determining that a used gun is safe to shoot. The firearms offered has been given a visual inspection for collection purpose only. It is a requirement that any used firearm be inspected by a qualified gunsmith before firing. By purchasing the firearm, the buyer agrees to hold seller harmless against damages, injury, or death caused by defective merchandise
SOLD
Manufacturer: Colt Pt F.A
Model: 1877 Rainmaker
Caliber Info: 32 Colt
Bore Condition: See photos
Barrels: 3-1/2