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Western Antique Auction September 11th 2021

Sat, Sep 11, 2021 11:00AM EDT
Lot 40

Colt 1851 Percussion Cap Etched Navy Revolver

Estimate: $700 - $1,400

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$50 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$25,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
Featured in this lot is a Colt Model 1851 percussion cap Navy revolver chambered in .36 cal. This fine example of Colt’s most famous and popular model percussion revolver shows no signs of over-cleaning and all markings are sharp and clear, including the barrel stamping “ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW YORK CITY" and “COLTS PATENT” on the left side of the frame. This exceptional Colt has lovely, wonderful blue patina on the barrel and cylinder, and roll engraved cylinder scene depicting a harbor of sailing ships. This revolver has excellent mechanics and screws and has matching serial number 31202 stamped on the barrel, trigger guard, and butt. The factory original one piece walnut grips fit beautifully and still retain good wood finish. The Colt 1851 Navy was one of the most classic side arms of the Civil War and later in the Old West. Wild Bill Hickock was carrying a pair of Colt 1851 Navy revolvers when he was gunned down in Deadwood, South Dakota on August 2, 1876. The revolver comes with 7 1/2" octagonal barrel, silver plated back strap and trigger guard, walnut grips, and its original box. Serial Number: 31202. This firearm qualifies as an Antique / Black Powder and does not require FFL Transfer or NICS Background Check. Colt Black Powder Series Gun. This is a Colt 1851 Black Powder Series Revolver in the original box, while it does qualify as an Antique / Black Powder pistol it is of a modern manufacture.