Rare 31 Caliber Thuer's Patent Metallic Centerfire Cartridge For Colt Conversion Pocket Revolver
Guns International #: 102764499 Seller's Inventory #: 48570
Category: Ammo - American Collectible -

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Description:
This is the .31 caliber Thuer's Patent metallic cartridge for the Thuer Conversion of Colt revolvers. This rare tapered, two part brass cased cartridges had a separate internal center fire brass primer assembly and represents Colt's first a attempt at production of revolving firearms chambered for metallic cartridges. It proved to be unpopular and short lived with patent dating to 1868 and gun production from 1869-72 only. The cartridge remains in excellent, original condition. A rare piece for the advanced ammunition or Colt collector.

Price: $145.00