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Scarce Afghan & Zulu Wars Era Early Colt Model 1878 DA Revolver
Guns International #: 102148765 Seller's Inventory #: 38931
Category: Military Revolvers - Antique - Colt Revolvers - Antique
Seller's Information
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Seller: Joe Salter com
Company: Down East Antiques - Joe Salter
Member Since: 9/10/10
First Name: Garrick-March-Jim-Joe
Last Name: Salter
State: New Hampshire
Zip: 03031
Country: United States
Phone: (603) 732-4000
Fax: (603) 732-4200
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 1383
Total Number of Listings: 25277
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
FREE SHIPPING FOR ORDERS OVER $500! We also have a 30 day Inspection Period and NOT a 3 day Inspection.
Payment Types Accepted: We take all major credit cards with NO CREDIT CARD FEES! Also Check or Money order.
About Us: Joe Salter has been in the Antique and Collector Weapons business for 60 years as both a collector and dealer. Our company is based in Southern New Hampshire and we have had an internet based store front for the past 20 years. We are federally licensed and deal in all types of firearms and related material. We offer free Shipping for orders over $500.
Description:
Serial #1227, .450 Boxer, 5 1/2" barrel with a fine, bright bore that has a few traces of freckling at the muzzle. This is a first-year-of-production revolver that has traces of the original blue finish remaining, mostly on the circular sideplate, and the balance of the metal having turned to a darkly mottled, plum-brown and gray patina. Numerous areas of mild pinprick pitting are present throughout as well. The barrel has a Colt Hartford and Pall Mall London address, and a “(Broad Arrow) / WD" property marking is present on the left side of the frame ahead of an acceptance date that was struck through when the gun was released for commercial sale (3.79). A “CS / D" commercial sale mark is present on left side of the frame just above the cylinder pin lock. The walnut grips are in very good shape with light surface wear, and some flattening of the points on both panels. The mechanism is fully functional both in single and double action, and the lock-up is still tight. This is a handsome, antique London Colt 1878, and was one of 165 Model 1878 Colts purchased through a special British Government contract in May of 1879, for service in the Afghan and Zulu Wars. It would male a fantastic addition to any collection. Antique
SOLD
Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1878
Caliber Info: .450 Boxer
Gauge Info: .450 Boxer