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1878 Colt Frontier Double Action Sheriff Model Revolver .44-40 Etched Panel Blue 4" Checkered Wood San Francisco Holster Factory Letter
Guns International #: 103715600 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Colt Revolvers - Antique - Colt Revolvers - Double Action Pre-War
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: 1
Total Number of Listings: 264
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:
Rare & Desirable Model 1878 Colt Frontier Double Action Sheriff's Model Revolver with Main & Winchester, San Francisco Holster & Factory Letter, .44-40 WCF, mfg. 1882 with 4" ejectorless barrel. A very scarce factory short barreled 1878 Colt in desirable blued finish/etched panel configuration in very fine original condition. Overall the pistol shows a fairly strong amount of original bluing within protected areas of the frame with the balance thinned to a blue/gray patina throughout. Surfaces are smooth and edges are all very sharp. Bright fire bluing is still visible on the trigger rear surface of the hammer. Original early production style checkered wood grips fit perfect with no chips or cracks and retain 60% factory varnish. Very nice, clear, and full original "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" acid etched barrel with sharp two-line address, "44CF" marked triggerguard, small "44" under the barrel, and serial number "8259" stamped on the butt with partial "59" on rear face of cylinder. Full original blade front sight with original hammer, trigger, loading gate, screws, and cylinder pin. Factory lanyard delete as nearly all sheriff's models had. Action is perfectly crisp and smooth and functions flawlessly in both single and double action. Cylinder locks up tight and on time when trigger is pulled. Excellent bright and shiny bore with sharp rifling and just light blackpowder frosting throughout. Accompanying the gun is a very rare Main & Winchester, San Francisco, California tooled double loop holster that fits the gun like a glove. Note there is no ejector impression in the leather! This holster has always had a sheriff's model in it. Holster is in very good condition overall with one sturdy repair on the back near the top loop. Main & Winchester was established during the California Gold Rush in 1849 and became legendary for their saddles and Western leather goods. Included factory letter confirms the gun's original configuration as .44 caliber, 4" barrel, blued finish, stocks not listed, shipped to Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett & Company, Chicago, Illinois on March 14th 1882 as part of a six gun shipment. Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett & Co. was a major hardware dealership that sold guns, knives, and merchandise across the country through their popular catalog. An exceptional 1878 Colt sheriff's model that will be a highlight among any fine Colt collection! 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 York, 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: $4,995.00
Antique: Yes
Handgun Caliber: .44-40 Winchester (.44 WCF)
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Frontier DA
Serial Number: 8259
Barrel Length: 4
Finish: Blue
Manufacture Date: 1882
Extras: Holster & Factory Letter