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A Desirable Civil War Percussion Colt Model 1855 #5A Root Revolver
Guns International #: 102263636 Seller's Inventory #: TW-0015
Category: Civil War Revolvers - Antique Revolvers - Percussion
Seller's Information
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Seller: Civil War Toys
Member Since: 5/30/19
First Name: vincent
Last Name: caponi
State: New York
Zip: 11565
Country: United States
Phone: (516) 353-3250
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Number of Active Listings: 21
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Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
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Description:
A Desirable Civil War Percussion Colt Model 1855 #5A Root Revolver In Fine Untouched Condition. Serial #4,912, all matching numbers, all original and complete. Made in 1862 and in .31 caliber. It has the fluted cylinder and longer 4 1/2 inch barrel on it. The revolver has fine metal, markings, and edges. The barrel, frame, cylinder and backstrap retain a mix of factory blue finish which is fading into a plum brown patina in areas. The loading lever, and hammer both retain some darkened case colors. All screws are nice on the gun. The original grips are excellent and full throughout. They retain all of their original factory varnish on them. The gun has a fine bore and action. These Root Revolvers were often carried by soldiers in the civil war. This Is A Fine Untouched Example Of A Percussion Colt Model 1855 #5A Root Revolver!
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SOLD
Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Model 1855 # 5
Serial Number: 4912
Condition: Fine Untouched Condition
Action: Single Shot
Manufacture Date: 1862