An early .38 (Colt) 'Model 1877 "Lightning"' revolver by Colt, no. 1016
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An early .38 (Colt) 'Model 1877 "Lightning"' revolver by Colt, no. 1016
Retaining much original blued and colour-hardened finish, the barrel stamped Colt's PT.F.A.MFG.CO./Hartford CT. U.S.A. along the top and with Colt D.A. 38 engraved on the left side, the left side of the frame with three line patent date marking, the butt with chequered one-piece wooden grip
3½in. barrel, contemporary London Black Powder proof
Sold for £525 inc. premium

Footnotes

  • The serial number suggests that the revolver was completed in 1877, the first year of production

    The hammer sear appears to be worn, and will not always stand at full cock

Category: Arms and Armour / Sporting Guns

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