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1877 Colt Lightning 2 1/2" Sheriff Model Double Action .38 Revolver 1890 Wild West DA Pistol w/ Custom Skeleton Shoulder Holster Guns International #: 103081608 Seller's Inventory #: Category: Colt Revolvers - Lightning - Colt Revolvers - Antique Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com 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: 4 Total Number of Listings: 240 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 40 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: Model 1877 Colt Lightning Sheriff's Model Double Action Revolver with V. M. Tinajero Skeleton Shoulder Holster, .38 Colt, mfg. 1890 with 2 ½" ejectorless barrel. This is a fine original Colt Lightning Sheriff's Model with a desirable 2 ½" barrel accompanied by a beautiful custom made tooled leather skeleton shoulder rig. The barrel, cylinder, and gripstraps retain 35% original bluing which is quite vivid in protected areas with the balance worn to gray. Case hardened frame has faded to a mottled silver/gray color with shadows of case color swirls visible. Considerable bright original fire bluing remains on the rear surfaces of the hammer and trigger. Original checkered hard rubber grips fit perfect and show light wear with one tiny surface chip on the right forward edge near the triggerguard. Clear original Colt address, three-line patent dates, “COLT. D.A. 38” marked barrel, and matching original serial number "76931" stamped on the frame, triggerguard, backstrap, and rear of cylinder. All original screws, loading gate, blade front sight, and correct original knurled cylinder pin which is unique to ejectorless models. The action is very crisp and smooth and functions perfectly in both single and double action. Cylinder locks up on time with typical moderate play. Excellent bore with bright shiny rifling which still retains factory milling marks with considerable original bluing on the lands and grooves. High quality custom tooled leather skeleton holster is in excellent condition and features a plugged bottom with shoulder straps. Marked “V.M. TINAJERO / LEATHERCRAFTER”. I can imagine this would be a very costly holster rig to have made. A scarce extra short-barreled Lightning in great shape perfectly complimented by a super cool shoulder rig! 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. Price: $2,450.00 Antique: Yes Handgun Caliber: .38 Long Colt Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 Lightning Serial Number: 76931 Barrel Length: 2 1/2 Finish: Blue/Casehardened Manufacture Date: 1890 Extras: Shoulder Holster