Guns International #: 102621966
Seller's Inventory #: N-0126

Category - Antique Revolvers - Percussion - Civil War Revolvers

Category
Antique Revolvers - Percussion
Civil War Revolvers

An Early Civil War Colt Model 1855 (5A) Percussion Root Revolver

Description:
An Early Civil War Colt Model 1855 (5A) Percussion Root Revolver In Fine Plus Condition. Serial #2,908, made in early 1861. All matching numbers, all original and complete. The pistol has fine metal and markings throughout. It also has fine edges, and a 4 1/2 inch barrel on it. The revolver retains alot of its original factory blue finish on it which is fading to a plum brown patina in small areas. The original factory grips are excellent plus throughout with a wonderful color and factory finish still on them. This early colt revolver has a fine action and bore. This Is A Very Fine & Early Example Of A Civil War Colt Model 1855 (5A) Root Revolver With A 4 1/2 Inch Barrel That Would Be A Fine Addition To Any Collection. They Were Often carried By Officers & Soldiers On Both Sides During The War!


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Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Model 1855 Root # 5A
Serial Number: 2908
Condition: Fine Plus Condition
Metal Condition: Fine Plus Condition
Wood Condition: Fine Plus Condition
Bore Condition: Fine Plus Condition
Action: Single
Manufacture Date: 1861