244 of 388 lots
244
Colt, Model 1872 Open Top Revolver
Estimate:
CA$4,000 - CA$5,000
Sold
CA$3,000
Live Auction
Firearms, Sporting & Canadiana
Category
Description
American. 6-Shot, centre fire. Manufactured in 1872. Approximately 7000 were manufactured during the 1872 -1873 year. Was originally a .44 rim fire, however this revolver was altered outside of the factory to .44 calibre centre fire. Cylinder scene is about 70% visible. Barrel address fully visible. Requires ejector rod. All matching Serial Number "3751" and "#138" on arbour and loading gate. The cylinder is unnumbered. .44 calibre. Barrel retains 80% original nickel finish. Bore is fine. Cylinder retains about 50% original nickel. Frame a dark brown patina. Back strap and trigger guard retain 75% - 80% original nickel. One piece ivory grips have turned a mellow yellow and have shrunk a little. With holster. Don and Joyce Blyth collection. CODE:FIREA