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1873 Colt Frontier Six Shooter Single Action Army Revolver .44-40 Nickel Ivory 1880 Wild West Outlaw Pistol w/ Holster 1st Gen Blackpowder SAA
Guns International #: 103155347 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Colt Revolvers - Single Action Army - 1st Gen - Colt Revolvers - Antique
Seller's Information
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Seller: Jeremiah Johnson Trading
Company: Jeremiah Johnson Trading
Member Since: 1/27/12
First Name: Greg
Last Name: Schimetschek
State: Connecticut
Zip: 06423
Country: United States
Phone: (860) 873-1092
Number of Active Listings: 3
Total Number of Listings: 253
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
3 days
Payment Types Accepted: Check (personal checks take 7-10 days to clear), money order, credit card (no fee), or wire
About Us: Jeremiah Johnson Trading is one of the most experienced and trusted dealers of pre-1899 antique arms with over 50 years of collecting. We specialize in Colt, Winchester, Remington, Smith & Wesson, Parker, large-bore fowling guns, Revolutionary & Civil War arms, collectible Bowie & folding knives and more! We are also avid collectors of historic race cars & memorabilia. Visit us online at jeremiahjohnsontrading or find us on Facebook and Instagram.
Description:
Possible Wild West Outlaw Owned Model 1873 Colt Frontier Six-Shooter Single Action Army Revolver, Nickel Plated with Ivory Grips, Factory Letter, & Holster, .44-40 WCF, mfg. 1880. This is a super cool old cowboy gunfighter Colt that may have been carried by an outlaw. A distinct five-dot symbol arranged in the form of a quincunx is carved on the left side of the grip which to this day is most commonly associated as representing time served in prison. The included factory letter confirms the gun's original configuration as .44-40 caliber, barrel length not listed (standard 7 ½"), blue finish, stocks not listed, sold to E.C. Meacham Arms Company, St. Louis, Missouri, shipped to Hartley & Graham, New York, New York, on October 7th, 1880. Both E.C. Meacham Arms Co. and Hartley & Graham were premier firearms retailers who sold countless guns to dealers and individuals across the nation through their popular catalogs. It's intriguing that these two major firearms retailers were apparently doing business amongst themselves. The gun has had it's barrel shortened in period to a more quick draw friendly length of 4 ¾" with a small blade front sight fitted. Overall the gun retains about 85% old nickel finish with flaking on the cylinder and left side of frame and some light surface oxidation forming. Original retailer fitted ivory grips have a fantastic browned yellow color with heavy wear and natural grain checking. They fit excellent at the frame and butt with undersized shrinkage and wear along the gripstraps. Clear three-line patent dates and “44 CF” marked triggerguard with partial “44” marking visible under the barrel. Serial number “58173” clearly stamped on the frame and faintly visible on the backstrap with only “5xxxx” legible on the triggerguard. Barrel address and Colt Frontier Six Shooter logo buffed away when refinished and no longer visible. Original hammer, trigger, loading gate, screws, cylinder pin, and ejector rod. There is an old museum or collection inventory number electric pen engraved on the bottom of the ejector housing, left sides of the frame and triggerguard, and on the bottom of the grips. Period owner's initials “Hub?” scratched on bottom of butt. The first safety position clicks too soon and likewise the loading position is off but otherwise the action is very crisp and smooth and functions nicely with four clicks. Cylinder locks up on time with moderate play. Bore shows very strong rifling overall worn just at the muzzle tip with moderate/heavy blackpowder frosting and superfine pinprick surface pitting throughout. A period studded basket weave holster is included which fits like a glove. This Colt just has the classic look and feel of a real Wild West gunslinger's pistol! *NOTE* Due to ivory restrictions this pistol will not be sold or shipped to residents of California, Hawaii, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. No international sales. Jeremiah Johnson Trading sells antique arms manufactured prior to 1899 and muzzleloading blackpowder reproductions only. For the purpose of these conditions the term "antique arms" will also include muzzleloading blackpowder reproductions. Buyers must be 21 years of age or older and have no felony convictions to purchase antique arms. Antique arms do not require Federal licensing and may be shipped directly to the buyer with the following exceptions. No antique arms will be shipped to Washington D. C. or any of the five boroughs of New York City (or residents thereof). Some restrictions may apply to antique firearms shipped to California and will be noted in the item description if applicable. Any antique arm shipped to New Jersey or Ohio must ship to a licensed FFL holder, no exceptions. Any muzzleloading blackpowder reproduction rifle, shotgun, or handgun shipped to Illinois must ship to an FFL holder. Items containing antique ivory will not be sold or shipped to residents of California, Hawaii, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Antique muzzleloaders and antiques which fire obsolete cartridges may be shipped internationally however it is the responsibility of the buyer to know and abide by their local laws and provide proof that the antique arm is legal to receive and own. Payment can be made by money order, banker's check, personal check, credit card (no additional fees), or bank wire. Please allow 7-10 business days for clearance on personal checks. If paying by credit card please call us directly to process your order. Items are professionally packed and shipped USPS Priority Mail with insurance coverage for the sale price and signature required for delivery. Items valued over $5,000.00 are shipped Registered Mail. Buyer pays actual shipping costs with no added charge for packing materials or handling. We describe items accurately and thoroughly. If an item has been misrepresented or significant defect overlooked you may return it for a full refund (minus return shipping costs) within 3 days of having received it. This timeframe begins once the package is delivered by the carrier. Buyer's remorse or concerns over issues noted in the description and/or pictures is not a valid excuse for return. Returned items must be received in the same condition as originally shipped - cleaning, disassembly, alteration, or damage of any kind will void inspection privileges. Occasionally a post-1898 firearm from my personal collection may be sold under this account and any such transaction is a personal sale in no way affiliated with Jeremiah Johnson Trading. Any such arm will be shipped to a licensed FFL or C&R holder in accordance with Federal law. All antique arms are sold as collector's items and are not warranted safe for shooting. Please consult a competent gunsmith prior to shooting any firearm.
SOLD
Antique: Yes
Handgun Caliber: .44-40 Winchester (.44 WCF)
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Single Action Army
Serial Number: 58173
Barrel Length: 4 3/4
Finish: Nickel
Manufacture Date: 1880
Extras: Factory Letter & Holster