Guns International #: 102654887
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Guns International #: 102654887
Category - Colt Rifles - Lightning
- Colt Rifles - Antique
Colt Lightning Rifle in 44 Cal. Outstanding condition, RARE 1 of 401
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Description: ***SOLD*** Extremely fine and extremely rare 1 of 401 Colt Lightning Rifle in 44-40 Caliber. This is a medium frame Colt Lightning pump action tube fed rifle with a special S/N sequence produced for the San Francisco Police Department back in 1898! They are stamped (S.F.P. 1 through S.F.P. 401) on the lower tang. This one is S/N S.F.P. 377. All were made with 26" barrels and in 44 Caliber. The condition of this beautiful 126 y.o. rifle is absolutely remarkable, showing very little wear of any kind beyond a few light scratches on the metal and a few scattered light handling marks on the stock. The beautifully rust blued barrel and mag tube, along with the machine blued receiver retain almost all of their original finishes other than some mentioned light scratches and a bit of high edge wear on the receiver.There is a vividly struck Colt Rampant Pony on the L receiver wall. The hammer and buttplate retain much of their clearly visible case colors. The wood set is outstanding as well, with no loss of finish but some typical scattered light impressions. The original sights consist of a Rocky Mountain style blade front and semi buckhorn sporting rear with stepped elevator. The ultra fine bore is practically a mirror, and the mechanical functions are all crisp as new, indicating little to no actual use. I believe this to be about as good an example as can be found of this unique and highly collectible antique rifle. Please add $100 for expedited and fully insured shipping from Alaska in a custom cut foam lined box. Price: POR Antique: Yes Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 102654887
Guns International #: 102654887