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Circa: 1884
Condition: Used. Antique
Color: Patina iron and old wood
Country of Origin: United States
Manufacturer: Sam Colt
Author: Sam Colt
Edition: 1
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WE ASK YOU TO PLEASE NOTE: WE CANNOT ACCEPT PAYMENTS THROUGH PAYPAL FOR ANY OF OUR ANTIQUE FIREARMS. PLEASE PAY BY CHECK OR MONEY ORDER ONLY. THANK YOU. JM
This is a Colt SAA - Single Action Army Revolver which was made and wears the markings of the Military US Artillery model. In the late 1899's the US ARMY bought up over 16,000 Colt SAA peacemakers and then sent them Colt to be refitted for Military use. The guns were dismantled and then reassembled using parts from several Colts to make one good enough for the US Army. Artillery models like this one all had barrels cut to 5 1/2" and were all reconfigured to use Colt 45 ammo. Most of these artillery models were reassembled with mismatched serial numbers.
The Military inspector marks are present on this Colt = DFC (David F. Clark) is stamped on the barrel. He was the inspector from 1861-1886.
I have personally shot this gun and it shoots very well. The action is in good shape as is the timing. Some original remodeled finish seems to be present on top of frame and left side. Frame #17049, 1875 Trigger Guard #32679, 1876 Backstrap #5520, 1874 I see no number on the cylinder so this may not be the original cylinder nor are the walnut grips. All else looks correct. Bullseye ejector and tube and hammer. This is an antique and is being sold as an investment or collector item, not as a shootable firearm. Please do not attempt to fire this gun unless it has been inspected and approved by a qualified gunsmith. All that being said, this is a hard to find, well marked, mechanically sound and good looking Colt SAA Army Revolver. Don't miss out.
Please be ready to supply proof that you are at least 21 years of age if you plan to buy this gun. Also check your state laws regarding handguns. Remember, in the eyes of the Federal Government, this gun is a true antique and does not require all the paperwork that comes with buying a modern pistol, but some states do not agree, so check yours to be certain. |
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