COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER United StatesC. 1864.44 caliber, serial number 144342 all matching, walnut grip with light cartouche marks, left side of the frame marked "COLTS/PATENT", left side of the barrel marked "D", cylinder marked "D" and "E" and "COLTS PATENT No 4342/PATENTED SEPT 10TH 1850", and the top of the barrel marked "ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA".
REPRODUCTION 1860 COLT ARMY BLACK POWDER REVOLVER Reproduction Colt Army 1860 revolver by Uberti, Italy, .44 caliber, 8" barrel, six round cylinder engraved with ships battle scene, brass trigger guard, wood grips Start Price: $80.00
COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER, .44 caliber (cap and ball), 8" round barrel, six shot round cylinder with Texas Navy scene, four screw frame, brass trigger guard, iron backstrap cut for shoulder stock, one piece walnut grips, serial #5530, manufactured 1861. No FFL or background check required.
Colt Civil War Model 1860 .44 caliber Army percussion revolver circa 1862 SN 69056. Usual configuration with 8'' barrel German silver front sight and one line N.Y. address left side of frame marked with small ''Colt Patent.'' A three screw pattern frame Ormsby Naval Battle scene is visible brass triggerguard with iron backstrap and walnut grips sub-inspector letters ''F'' and ''K'' are on the gun SN match throughout. barrel L8'' overall L14'' Provenance: Columbia South Carolina private collection.
COLT 1860 ARMY SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER1861 manufactured Colt 1860 Army .44 caliber revolver. Serial number 16077. Numbers match all around, including along the channel inside the grip. Right side of barrel stamped with an A. Right side of barrel, top of strap, and immediately behind trigger guard all stamped with a T. Cylinder double stamped with a T. Underside of barrel near loading lever hinge stamped with a D. See images. Strong cylinder scene. Tight and certain action. Brass patina original and unpolished. Some oxidation spots obscure small areas of the cylinder just above and the left of the Colts Patent area and opposite that part. Nice bore. Strong rifling. This item can be shipped in-house. This item must be paid for with bank check, ACH, or wire transfer.
A Colt Model 1860 Army revolver
Serial no. 165295 for 1867, .44 caliber. Civilian model with three screw frame and no cut-outs for shoulder stock. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Barrel with grey metal showing traces of blue finish mixed with brown patina. Some small scratches around wedge on right side, that end of wedge badly marred. Cylinder with light brown patina and strong scene, the rebated portion with dark brown patina and generous traces of blue. Cylinder is numbered 5595. Lever lug showing much casehardening colors. Frame with very slight traces of silvered casehardening, the left side with some small patches of minor pitting. Triggerguard retains perhaps 15-20% silver. Gripstrap with 20-25% blue, mainly on buttstrap and apron. Excellent grips with few light marks and slight wear to varnish on and around butt.
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COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER.44 caliber, 7-7/8 in. barrel with brass blade front sight, faint 9399 serial number stamp on three parts of frame, indiscernible "COLTS PATENT" stamp and serial number on 6 shot cylinder, indiscernible stamp on wedge, "L" stamp on cylinder, faint "COLTS PATENT" stamp on side of four screw frame, brass trigger guard, walnut grip, 14 in. overall
Provenance: Private West Virginia Collection
Condition:
rust on barrel and ramrod assembly, light rust speckles on frame and cylinder, bright finish, wooden grips with handling wear and 1 in. crack to right side of grip, appears to function mechanically
A U.S. Colt Model 1860 Army percussion revolver
Serial no. 124299 for 1863, .44 caliber. 8 inch barrel with New York markings. Rebated cylinder with navy scene. Walnut grips showing traces of varnish to butt and with faint inspector's cartouches to either side.
Condition: Very good. Metal with smooth grey/brown patina. Cylinder with excellent scene, the rebated portion retaining much military blue finish. Grips with scattered light marks, the butt with numerous small dents.
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Colt model 1860 Army Revolver, 44 caliber, serial # 86,846. This is a US contact piece with visible cartouches on both grips. All matching #'s, brown ? gray patina finish, retains 50% original cylinder scene, overall very good condition, but needs slight mechanical adjustment
Model 1860 Colt Army Revolver, Serial no. 63340: Army model 1860 Colt revolver with associated accoutrements. Serial number 63340. This is a Civil War period government issued Model 1860 Colt Army in good condition, with a tight action, and overall grey finish. There is a chip off of the grip, and some minor marking to the metal of the gun, but the cylinder scene is clear, and all the serial numbers match. It comes in a military holster that is in very good condition, maker marked by J. Davy, Newark, N. J. The leather has some very minor losses to finish, but it is very solid, and complete. Accompanying the revolver and holster is a military style musket cap box, with an added brass rosette to the cover, with several . 44 caliber balls, along with a rawhide hunting bag retaining part of its strap. There is also a small brass percussion cap tin, with old caps in it, and a very handsome and quite old hunting horn, in very nice condition, as well as a leather strap with an old . 44 caliber bullet mold, also in very good condition. Processing and shipping within the continental U. S. $60. 00 plus 1. 5% replacement cost insurance. Please note we do not accept credit cards. Condition The revolver is in very good functioning condition, with a smooth grey finish, and minor losses to the grips. It is government marked. The holster is extremely nice, with minor losses to the finish. The powder horn is very good, complete with plug. The rawhide bag has a hole in it, but is generally solid. The cap tin has no finish, but is very good. The strap and bullet mold are good. Witherells strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherells. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Conditions.
COLT BP SERIES 1860 ARMY .44 CALIBER SA REVOLVER Colt BP Series 1860 Army .44 caliber single action revolver. Smooth walnut grips with blued frame, barrel and engraved cylinder. Brass trigger guard. 8" barrel length, 13-1/2" overall. Includes original box. Serial number 202931.
COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER WITH SECOND MODEL RICOLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER WITH SECOND MODEL RICHARDS CONVERSION, 44 caliber, 8" barrel, ivory grips, six shot cylinder with roll engraved naval scene, brass trigger guard, ejector rod, hinged cartridge door, hammer with firing pin, all visible numbers match (no number on wedge), serial # 196197, manufactured 1871. No FFL or background check required.
COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER, 44 caliber, eight inch round barrel, six shot cylinder, one piece walnut grips, brass trigger guard stamped "US", frame cut for shoulder stock, serial #129979, manufactured 1863. No background check or FFL required. Condition Report
Colt Model 1860 Army .44 caliber percussion revolver circa 1862
serial number 81870; 3 screw, 6-shot single action, milled for shoulder stock, walnut two-piece grips with good cartouche, marked "COL. SAM'L COLT, NEW YORK, US, AMERICAN."
barrel L8"
Provenance: Property from a Gaffney, South Carolina private collection.
Condition: Good condition.
A Colt Model 1860 Army percussion revolver
Serial no. 28192 for 1862, .44 caliber. 7 1/8 inch barrel with New York address. Walnut grips.
Condition: Fair. Mottled brown metal showing areas of light pitting. Barrel has been shortened. Cylinder retains traces of scene. Lever and wedge possibly replaced. Grips showing wear at butt and are possibly replaced.
MODEL 1860 COLT ARMY REVOLVER, SERIAL NO. 63340Army model 1860 Colt revolver with associated accoutrements. Serial number 63340. This is a Civil War period government issued Model 1860 Colt Army in good condition, with a tight action, and overall grey finish. There is a chip off of the grip, and some minor marking to the metal of the gun, but the cylinder scene is clear, and all the serial numbers match. It comes in a military holster that is in very good condition, maker marked by J. Davy, Newark, N.J. The leather has some very minor losses to finish, but it is very solid, and complete. Accompanying the revolver and holster is a military style musket cap box, with an added brass rosette to the cover, with several .44 caliber balls, along with a rawhide hunting bag retaining part of its strap. There is also a small brass percussion cap tin, with old caps in it, and a very handsome and quite old hunting horn, in very nice condition, as well as a leather strap with an old .44 caliber bullet mold, also in very good condition. Processing and shipping within the continental U.S. $60.00 plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance. Please note we do not accept credit cards.
Condition:
The revolver is in very good functioning condition, with a smooth grey finish, and minor losses to the grips. It is government marked. The holster is extremely nice, with minor losses to the finish. The powder horn is very good, complete with plug. The rawhide bag has a hole in it, but is generally solid. The cap tin has no finish, but is very good. The strap and bullet mold are good. Witherells strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition: statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherells. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Condition: s.
COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER Serial number 79722 in five places (partial on cylinder); .44 caliber; 8 in. round barrel, the top marked ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA, bone grips with iron backstrap engraved "J H P"; brass trigger guard; COLT'S PATENT on left side of frame; cylinder with naval battle scene, partial serial number stamped over patent information.
A U.S. Colt Model 1860 Army percussion revolver
Serial no. 54064 for 1862, .44 caliber. 8 inch barrel with New York address. Cut for 3rd type shoulder stock. Varnished walnut grips, the right side with faint inspector's cartouche.
Condition: Fair. Barrel and frame with mottled grey metal showing some light pitting. Cylinder pitted overall and showing no cylinder scene and wear to markings. Grips with few light marks, one deep bruise to right side and possibly refinished at one time.
Pair of exquisite Henry Nock, British flintlock, screw barrel pistols, .45 caliber, with polished Remington New Model Army percussion six shot revolver, .44 caliber, with martially marked US inspe Smith and Wesson Number 2 Old Army six shot revolver, .32 RF caliber, with a blued finish, ivory g Colt model 1860 Army six shot percussion revolver, .44 caliber, three screw model with 8'' round ba Brown Southerner single shot pistol, .41 RF caliber, with ivory grips and a 2 1/2'' barrel, in a Colt model 1849 pocket five shot percussion revolver, .31 caliber, 5'' octagonal barrel. SN# 143586.
A Colt Model 1860 Army Richards conversion revolver attributed to Bob Ford
Serial no. 194590, .44 caliber. 8 inch barrel, the replaced front sight made from a copper cent. Walnut grips, left side incised B. Ford and with eleven notches, right side incised Bob Ford with three notches. Together with slim jim military style holster, the flap removed.
Condition: Very good. Grey metal showing generous traces of blue. Cylinder with most scene remaining. Wedge screw missing. Grips as described.
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ATTRIBUTED TO COLT MODEL 1860 PERCUSSION REVOLVERATTRIBUTED TO COLT MODEL 1860 PERCUSSION REVOLVER, 44 caliber, traces of blued finish, one piece walnut grips, brass trigger guard, six shot cylinder, cut for shoulder stock, barrel address worn/polished off, creeping type loading lever, serial #118360, manufactured circa 1863. No FFL or background check required.
Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver, .44 Caliber Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver, .44 caliber, serial number 103XXX. Barrel marked "Address Col. Sam Colt New York U.S. America". Walnut stock, brass mountings, metal frame with faint "Naval Engagement scene on cylinder. Left of barrel with double U. S. inspector mark "H H". Double U. S. inspector mark "H H" also on the cylinder along with Colt's patent mark and partial serial number. "D" U. S. Inspector mark on backstrap beneath bow and on tirgger guard just behind the grigger. Right rear of barrel frame and cylinder with condemnation mark "C". S inspector mark on Bottom of barrel beneath the barrel rod. Barrel length - 8". Overall length - 13 1/2". Note: Colt later used a number of condemned parts for Single Action Army revolvers sold on the commercial market. Double "HH" inspection mark indicates that this weapon was inspected twice. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
Colt Model 1871-72 Open Top Revolver, single action .44 caliber, this revolver an1860 Colt Army revolver converted to metal cartridge use, the barrel reduced to 5.5" and later changed back to 7.5", later nickel plating, the round barrel top marked "Address Col. Saml. Colt New-York U.S. America-", the barrel with fixed front sight, fixed rear sight and ejector rod housing at right, the straight cylinder retaining partial naval battle scene, left frame with 1871 and 1872 patent dates, hammer with rivet attached firing pin at left front for rimfire, four serial numbers matched on barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and butt, nickel plating with substantial loss, barrel mostly gray, cylinder has only portions of the naval scene crisp and partly smooth with pitting, action is good, ejector operating, bore is bright with good rifling however the last approx. 2.5 inches of the muzzle end bore are smooth without rifling, the barrel had been reduced in length then added back to 7.5"l, SN 4182 **Note: The online Colt serial number search confirms this was originally a model 1860 Army revolver that was mfg.1861. This revolver includes all attributes of the Colt 1871-72 Open Top Revolver with correct barrel top markings, barrel with rear sight and ejector rod, smooth six round cylinder with naval battle scene, the lack of a conversion breechplate, and correct patent dates. For a discussion of 5.5" barrel Open top Colts see the online 2021 issue of Guns Magazine with an article by John Taffin about the 1860 Army Colt conversions including photos of later 5.5" barrel reduced models.
Richards Conversion, Colt 1860 Army Revolver, .44 caliber, 6" round barrel marked at the top "-Address Col. Saml Colt New-York U.S. America-, twelve stop cylinder with naval battle scene, "Patent No. over Sept 10, 1850", cylinder front with 'R' inspection mark, 'K' inspection mark at rear of cylinder, breech plate with integral sight and firing pin, caliber at left trigger guard shoulder, walnut grips, "Colts Patent" at left frame barely visible, serial number 197737 matched at butt, trigger guard, frame, and barrel, no number on wedge, cylinder number is 8820, loading gate number ends in 50, metal is brownish gray, left grip with small repair, bore is bright, old pitting, strong rifling, ejector spring weak, action good if cycled properly
Civil War Issue Colt 1860 Army . 44Cal Revolver: This lot features a classic early Civil War issue Colt 1860 Army . 44 Caliber Percussion Six Shot Revolver, low serial number 76091, made 1862. This was one of the most issued and popular of the Civil War revolvers with many, if not most, going to the West after the war for Indian Wars or frontier service. This example is complete and functioning. It has matching numbers on the back strap, trigger guard, barrel assembly and frame. Overall it displays an attractive deep aged patina with no evidence of having been buffed, polished, steel-wooled or cleaned. Correct 8 Condition For a complete representation of condition and for additional images please call 800-686-4216. It is the buyer
COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER, .44 CALIBERColt Model 1860 Army Revolver, .44 caliber, serial number 103XXX. Barrel marked "Address Col. Sam Colt New York U.S. America". Walnut stock, brass mountings, metal frame with faint "Naval Engagement scene on cylinder. Left of barrel with double U. S. inspector mark "H H". Double U. S. inspector mark "H H" also on the cylinder along with Colt's patent mark and partial serial number. "D" U. S. Inspector mark on backstrap beneath bow and on tirgger guard just behind the grigger. Right rear of barrel frame and cylinder with condemnation mark "C". S inspector mark on Bottom of barrel beneath the barrel rod. Barrel length - 8". Overall length - 13 1/2". Note: Colt later used a number of condemned parts for Single Action Army revolvers sold on the commercial market. Double "HH" inspection mark indicates that this weapon was inspected twice. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
Condition:
Mechanically good. Serial numbers questionable, 6 or 9 on wedge does not match. Some frame screws replaced. Rebated cylinder, cut for stock.
Colts Patent .44 Caliber Bullet Mold and Smith & Wesson Parts Pistol, c. 1860, steel .44 caliber mold for both bullet and ball, marked COLTS PATENT on top plate; Smith & Wesson Model No. 1 revolver (missing cylinder), mold lg. 5 in. Estimate $100-200 Mold has some light pitting, and Colt stamp is marked lightly, pistol missing cylinder and barrel is rusty. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
A U.S. Colt Model 1860 percussion revolver
Serial no. 54019 for 1862, .44 caliber. 8 inch barrel with New York address. Cut for 3rd type shoulder stock. Walnut grips, the right side with inspector's cartouche.
Condition: Very good. Metal with mottled grey/brown patina showing some minor pitting. Cylinder retains traces of scene. Action needs adjustment, cylinder hand broken. Grips showing few light marks.
Colt Army Model 1860 Revolver: serial number 128895 on brass trigger guard, butt strap, wedge, under frame twice, and indiscernibly on cylinder, circa 1863, . 44 caliber, "Colts Patent" on side of three screw frame, 8 in. barrel inscribed "ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U. S. AMERICA", stamped "H" behind trigger guard, walnut grip, overall length 13-1/2 in. - Provenance: Private North Carolina Collection Condition cylinder rotates with the action, trigger functions, heavy oxidation and pitting to loading ram and rammer, heavy pitting to barrel exterior and cylinder, various surface abrasions, dark patina to all metal parts, hairline to barrel wedge, lubrication buildup around cylinder, discoloration to brass trigger guard, dents to wood grip, scratches and wear to butt of grip with staining, white residue to rear frame near hammer˜
COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER Serial number 3116 in four places; .44 caliber; 7-1/2 in. round barrel, the top marked ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA, walnut grips with iron backstrap; brass trigger guard; fluted cylinder marked PATENTED SEPT.10th. 1860.
U.S. MODEL 1860 COLT ARMY REVOLVERU.S. Model 1860 Colt Army revolver in .44 caliber, miss-matched cylinder and wedge. Pistol has been polished and nickeled, except for the trigger guard, which remains in brass. Pistol was government issued during the Civil War, and retains a faint cartouche on the grips, and stamps on the metal. The finish is good as re-finished. Mechanically the gun is excellent. Processing and shipping within the continental U.S. $45.00 plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance. Please note we do not accept credit cards.
Condition:
As in description. Witherells strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition: statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherells. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Condition: s.
Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver: US Model 1860 Colt Army Percussion Revolver, Martially Marked. A nice early US Colt Model 1860 Army revolver in . 44 caliber, with all matching serial numbers, and cartouches on both grips. The serial number is 46031, with all parts matching, including the cylinder. Dimensions: 14. 5 inches long overall, with the barrel being 8 inches long. Processing and shipping in the continental U. S. plus 1. 5% replacement cost insurance. Condition Very good, with very clear marks. The gun is overall gray, with signs of use, and some light pitting and minor dents on the cylinder. There are some tiny patches of pitting elsewhere on the steel, including the muzzle, and the frame above the wedge. The grips are extremely nice, with cartouches on both sides. The action is crisp. Witherell's strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherell's. All lots are sold "AS IS" under terms and conditions.
OGLALA SIOUX CRAZY HORSE OWNED COLT 1860 ARMYThe lot features a truly phenomenal, iconic and important Colt Model 1860 Army 44 caliber percussion revolver owned and marked in Togia language by Crazy Horse an Oglala Sioux Shirt Wearer, famed Warrior from the Battle of the Little Bighorn. The firearm is a Colt Model 1860 Army percussion revolver chambered in 44 caliber with a serial number of 4886. The pistol has been examined by Wendell Grangaard from The Guns of History, Inc., in Sioux Falls, South Dakota and was found to be marked in Lakota Togia language as follows: on the left side of the wood grip marked Crazy Horse, the mark for the Grass Dancer warrior society, Oglala (illustration 2); on the right side again the same (illustration 1), on the right side of the frame Crazy Horse and Grass Dancer (society) and the right trigger guard deeper, Crazy Horse (illustration 3); on the left side of the frame again Crazy Horse Grass Dancer (illustration 4); on the right side of the barrel deeply marked Crazy Horse (illustration 5); and the bottom of the frame, “Crazy Horse – Grass Dancer – rode with - Owl Bull” (illustration 6). Crazy Horse (1840-1877) was born in 1840 northwest of Bear Butte by Spring Creek to the elder Crazy Horse and Rattling Blanket Woman. He was originally named Among The Trees at his birth, but later due to his unusual appearance his name was changed to Curly. At around age 15 he had a vison quest speaking of his importance and to take no spoils, wear a small stone behind his ear, use the lightning symbol, only mark his horse with a dusting, and dust his head as well as to not take spoils. He achieved manhood and later his father, Crazy Horse gave Curly his name at which time his father took the name Waglula or Worm, as instructed by the Wakan Horn Chips. In the summer of 1868, Crazy Horse became a Shirt Wearer, being a protector of Paha Sapa (the Black Hills), the home of Wakan Tanka. Crazy Horse formed an elite warrior society known as the Grass Dancers or Peji Waci to protect Paha Sapa, and appointed Black Bear to lead the group. Owl Bull was also a Grass Dancer. During the Indian Wars of circa 1876-1877, Crazy Horse took the Grass Dancers out of Paha Sapa and used them to scout for the Oglala. Crazy Horse fought in the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Later he was killed on September 5, 1877 at the jail at Fort Robinson. In the mid-1970’s Wendell Grangaard was working on a project on Highway 40 along the north side of Battle Creek. At lunch one day one of the Native American Crewmen told Wendell that Crazy Horse, the famous Oglala leader, was buried on the south bank of Battle Creek and that he knew the exact spot that Worm, Crazy Horse’s father had the burial scaffold. The Native worker further told the history that his great-grandfather, Leo Combing was Crazy Horse’s half brother and according to his family history, Crazy Horse was actually buried four times. First was on a low scaffold by the Spotted Tail Agency on a hill east of the agency. Due to his popularity and the notoriety of his good medicine (his vision spoke of not being hit by arrows or bullets) many people wanted his body so they could ride with him to the final battle against the white men. Worm took notice and told the Commander of Fort Robinson, Lieutenant William Clark, that he wanted to move the body. Clark said he would five him a wood coffin to bury Crazy Horse “correctly.” So Worm buried him a second time but it wasn’t long till again, others found out of this location. So Worm then rode to Paha Sapa and erected another burial scaffold by Battle Creek to bury Crazy Horse a third time, to his failure he was forced to move him again, this time he put Crazy Horse’s body on a horse and rode to the Pine Buttes. He took the body and put it in a crack in the wall standing up, then sild some rocks to cover the entrance to the grave. A few days later he asked the crewman to show him the original spot of the scaffold along Battle Creek. The Native crewman showed him and discovered several white beads at the spot and recovered an 1860 Colt Percussion Revolver wrapped in leather, being very rusty with screws and some of the grip eroded. He noted a serial number of 4886 on the gun. The great-grandson of Leo Combing, Crazy Horses half brother, said that the revolver belong to his family and kept the gun. Years later Wendell was noted that someone in the family sold the revolver and he tracked it down. Someone had cleaned most of the rust off, which darkened the metal, replaced the rusted screws and repaired the grips in a few places. The revolver shows a serial number of 4886 on the butt end of the frame, as well as matching on the frame and trigger guard. The front section has a serial number of 5154. There are five replacement screws and the ramrod appears to be a replaced cased hardened example. There are a few inspection A or B marks on the brass. According to Colt the revolver with serial number 4886 was manufactured in 1861, an early example during the American Civil War, put together likely from the factory with the other 5154 serial number piece, as that was manufactured in the same year, 1861; and shares the same amount of wear and pitting. The pistol is accompanied by the photograph illustrations, a map of the Black Hills location of the construction, and a copy of a photo of Crazy Horse enlarged from a drawing by Iron Between The Horse, one of the only known images or likeness of Crazy Horse. Crazy Horse did not believe in taking photographs and his exact likeness is unknown, with this image being only a few known examples. As this firearm was manufacted in 1861 likley to be used during the American Civil War and later presumably found its way with the U.S. men on the Plains. How Crazy Horse came upon the gun or when in his lifetime he owned it is now known, but given his death in 1877, it is possibly this firearm was used during his many famous coups, such as the Battle of the Little Bighorn, not noted in the paperwork. This is an Antique Firearm that does not require an FFL.
COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER Serial number 225190 in five places; .44 caliber; 8 in. round barrel, the top marked ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA, walnut grips with iron backstrap; brass trigger guard marked 44CAL; fluted cylinder with naval battle scene, serial number stamped over patent information.
Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver, . 44 Caliber: Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver, . 44 caliber, serial number 103XXX. Barrel marked "Address Col. Sam Colt New York U. S. America". Walnut stock, brass mountings, metal frame with faint "Naval Engagement scene on cylinder. Left of barrel with double U. S. inspector mark "H H". Double U. S. inspector mark "H H" also on the cylinder along with Colt's patent mark and partial serial number. "D" U. S. Inspector mark on backstrap beneath bow and on tirgger guard just behind the grigger. Right rear of barrel frame and cylinder with condemnation mark "C". S inspector mark on Bottom of barrel beneath the barrel rod. Barrel length - 8". Overall length - 13 1/2". Note: Colt later used a number of condemned parts for Single Action Army revolvers sold on the commercial market. Double "HH" inspection mark indicates that this weapon was inspected twice. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www. caseantiques. com) Condition Mechanically good. Serial numbers questionable, 6 or 9 on wedge does not match. Some frame screws replaced. Rebated cylinder, cut for stock.
Civil War Issue Colt 1860 Army . 44 Revolver: For your consideration is a classic Civil War issue Colt 1860 Army . 44 Caliber Percussion Six Shot Revolver, low serial number 88706, made 1863. This was one of the most issued and popular of the Civil War revolvers with many, if not most, going to the West after the war for Indian Wars or frontier service. This example is complete and functioning. It has all matching numbers on the back strap, trigger guard, barrel assembly, cylinder, frame and even the wedge has a matching number (these almost always replaced or mismatched!). Overall this fine Colt displays an extremely attractive deep aged blue patina with no evidence of having been buffed, polished, steel-wool or cleaned. Correct 8” barrel with fine and correct Colt one line address on top, “ADDRESS COL. SAM’L COLT NEW YORK, U S AMERICA, ” correct small blade front sight, attached loading lever functions correctly, one piece walnut grips are in superb condition retaining much original finish plus a good military cartouche at the bottom of the left grip panel- these important inspection stampings are nearly always worn away and missing altogether. It is a very rare Model 1860 that still retains a grip cartouche like this! This outstanding Model 1860 still maintains a crisp, tight and fully functioning action with strong springs. The cylinder displays a fine and correct roll engraved cylinder scene depicting a naval battle. Mellow brass trigger guard shows no signs of cleaning. This handsome revolver is in far better condition overall than usually encountered and is one of the best this auction has had the pleasure to offer. All of the models made during the Civil War were issued and saw use. It is very difficult to find an example with all matching numbers in such a high state of preservation. An iconic firearm of the violent close-contact battles of the Civil War and later in the turbulent Wild West. This outstanding example is worthy of the most advanced Colt, Civil War or Old West collection and would be difficult to improve upon. This firearm qualifies as an Antique, and does not require FFL Transfer or NICS Background Check. Condition For a complete representation of condition and for additional images please call 800-686-4216. It is the buyer’s responsibility to view each image and preview the item to determine condition.
Colt Model 1860 Army revolver, .44 caliber, six round cylinder, 8" round barrel, top of barrel marked on one line "Address Col. Saml Colt New York America," visible at cylinder "Sept 10, 1850," marked US forward of trigger guard, inspection mark H behind trigger guard, multiple non-matching serial numbers (74164 at butt, 74644 forward of trigger, 130087 at frame,134210 below barrel), a Colt issued letter for frame serial number states it shipped August 11, 1863 to U.S. Government, New York Arsenal, gray metal except brass trigger guard, wood grips good, barrel clean and bright with strong rifling, action good, antique
Historic Colt Model 1860 "Long-Flute" Revolver.
Serial # 4218 This revolver was manufactured in 1861 and there are no Colt factory records on this early serial number. It is a rare Colt Model 1860 Army revolver, six shot, .44 caliber percussion with the scarce patented long flute cylinder. Other features include an 8" barrel, varnished walnut one piece grips, single action, shoulder stock cut. It is not martially marked. It is unknown whether this revolver left the factory with the nickel plated finish or whether this work was performed by a dealer such as Hartley & Graham or another large retailer of the period. It is readily evident that the nickel finish is of the original period and quality as all factory stamps are strong and void of nickel within the stampings. Revolver has all matching numbers including wedge. Action is perfect. Lock up is tight. Bore is strong with some light abrasion. The gun retains approximately 95% of this original nickel finish with some light freckling and high edge wear only. All the nipples are intact and the original walnut grips display only minor high edge finish wear with some minor bruises. As if the condition of this revolver, along with the scarcity of the long flute model, was not enough to spark an interest amongst Colt collectors, the history of this revolver definitely sets this example at a high water mark. This revolver was the personal side arm of General George H. Gordon of the 2nd Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, Union Army. The gun comes with lineage of the transfer of ownership that begins with a letter from Mrs. Henry Scott whose husband was a nephew of General Gordon. At the time of purchase, two of the chambers were loaded with powder and ball. This revolver was featured in an article in the Gun Report dated March of 1985 by Dr. Joseph F. Ciano detailing not only this revolver by serial number, but also the exploits of General Gordon. Gordon was a graduate of West Point in the class of 1846. Fellow graduates of that year include: General Reno, General George McClellan, General Stonewall Jackson, General George Picket, and General A.P. Hill. Gordon’s first battle experience came during the Mexican War under the tutelage of General Winfield Scott. After the Mexican War, he went back to his hometown near Boston to practice law. At the outbreak of hostilities between the North and the South in 1861, he raised the 2nd Massachusetts Regiment of Volunteers. One of his officers was Robert Gould Shaw, whose statue resides at the Boston Commons. He was the famous leader of black troops who lost his life at Fort Wagner. This incident is best remembered today for the movie entitled "Glory" with Matthew Broderick. Gordon repelled his famous Confederate classmate Stonewall Jackson in the Shenandoah Valley Campaign in 1861. This occurred early in the war and he was promoted to Brigadier general as a result. Other notable battles that Gordon participated include: The First Battle of Winchester, the Second Battle of Bull Run and one of the bloodiest events of the Civil War, the Battle of Antietam. Original books written by General Gordon include: The Second Massachusetts & Stonewall Jackson, War Diary of Events in the War of the Great Rebellion 1863-1865, The Army of Virginia 1862 (published 1880) and Brook Farm to Cedar Mountain in the War of the Rebellion 1861-1862. Also included are books entitled "The Second Massachusetts Infantry" by James Walker 1867, "Potomac & the Rapidan" by A.H. Quint, (chaplain 2nd Massachusetts) 1864 and a "Record of the 2nd Massachusetts" by A.H. Quint (fly page has picture of Brevette Major General George H. Gordon). There is a hard cover book entitled "Class of 1846 West Point to Appomattox" by John Waugh, author signed. A book entitled "Civil War Hero: The Life of General George H. Gordon" is also included. There are also four vintage paperbacks. This revolver is accompanied by all of the above listed original books as well as CDV’s and a binder of pertinent paperwork. Rarely does such a fine and rare firearm with a storied history become available. A monumental weapon with Civil War history.
1860 COLT ARMY 44 CALIBER REVOLVER1860 Colt Army 44 Caliber Revolver, serial #36442, 6HS Patent #6442, having etched ships to cylinder, manufactured 1862.
Condition:
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GUN: COLT 1860 SINGLE ACTION PERCUSSION REVOLVER, C. 1860, 44 CALIBER, MATCHING SERIAL #88528 THROUGHOUT, APPEARS COMPLETE, WORKS ME...GUN: Colt 1860 single action percussion revolver, c. 1860, 44 caliber, matching serial #88528 throughout, appears complete, works mechanically, along with a powder horn, wear consistent with age and use including missing wedge screw and heavy brown patina.
Colt Model 1860 Army . 44 Caliber Revolver: Offered for sale is a Early Civil War Colt 1860 . 44 Percussion Revolver. The firearm is accompanied by a Colt Factory letter, dating the shipment of the revolver to February 25th, 1863, and addressed to the United States Government Commanding Officer. The revolver features a 8" barrel, 6 shot cylinder, walnut grips, brass trigger guard, and brass blade front sight, and hammer notch rear sight. This was one of the most widely issued and popular of the Civil War revolvers with many, if not most, going to the West after the war for Indian Wars or frontier service. This example is complete and functioning. It has matching numbers on the back strap, trigger guard, frame and barrel. Overall it displays an attractive deep aged patina with no evidence of having been buffed, polished, steel-wooled or cleaned. Correct 8‰Û barrel with sharp and clear Colt one line address on top, correct small front sight, attached loading lever functions correctly, one piece walnut grips fully intact and in excellent overall condition, This handsome revolver no doubt saw long service in the Civil War, yet remains today in fine condition with excellent, tight mechanics and without the usual signs of abuse most commonly seen on this model Colt. This revolver was manufactured in 1863. The revolver qualifies as an Antique Handgun, and does not require FFL Transfer or NICS Background Check. Serial Number: 96473. Condition For a complete representation of condition and for additional images please call 800-686-4216. It is the buyer‰Ûªs responsibility to view each image and preview the item to determine condition.
COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER.44 caliber, 8 in. round barrel stamped "ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S.AMERICA", brass blade front sight, SN 89553 under frame in two places and on brass trigger guard, three screw frame, indiscernible "COLTS" stamp on left side of frame, steel back strap, walnut grip, 14 in. overall
Provenance: Private Collection
Condition:
oxidation, staining, dings and slight pitting to metal surfaces, red toning to brass, crack across brass trigger guard in front of trigger, likely replaced barrel wedge, handling wear, action appears to be in working order
Italian Blackpowder reproduction Colt SAA Revolver, Model 1860, .44 caliber, 7.75" foliate engraved barrel, six round cylinder with Texas Navy battle scene, foliate engraved brass frame, wood grips, bearing the DGG maker mark of Grassi, Doninelli, and Gazzola, formerly Armi San Paolo Arms, Italy, housed in wood Colt like box with powder flask, F.I.E. bullet mold, cap box, appears as not fired, finish rubs to back end of barrel with one irregular shap scratch, creisp engraving, very faint drag line, good mechanics, bright bore, strong rifling, wood loss to box, SN 329XX
COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVERUS Model 1860 Colt Army Percussion Revolver, Martially Marked. A nice early US Colt Model 1860 Army revolver in .44 caliber, with all matching serial numbers, and cartouches on both grips. The serial number is 46031, with all parts matching, including the cylinder. Dimensions: 14.5 inches long overall, with the barrel being 8 inches long. Processing and shipping in the continental U.S. plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance.
Condition:
Very good, with very clear marks. The gun is overall gray, with signs of use, and some light pitting and minor dents on the cylinder. There are some tiny patches of pitting elsewhere on the steel, including the muzzle, and the frame above the wedge. The grips are extremely nice, with cartouches on both sides. The action is crisp. Witherell's strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition: statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherell's. All lots are sold "AS IS" under terms and conditions.
A Colt Model 1860 Army percussion revolver
Serial no. 87962 for 1863, .44 caliber. 8 inch barrel with New York address. Cut for 3rd type shoulder stock. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Good. Grey metal showing areas of light pitting. Cylinder with no scene remaining. Loading lever with well-made brass repair to tip. Refinished grips showing wear at butt.
Colt Model 1860 Revolver: serial number 109836 stamped in four places on frame, circa 1863, . 44 caliber percussion revolver, cylinder engraved with the Naval Battle of Campeche, stamped "COLTS PATENT No 8899" and "PAT. SEPT, 10th, 1850", three screw frame stamped "COLTS PATENT", inscribed 8 in. barrel "ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U. S. AMERICA", brass trigger guard and blade front sight, walnut grip with faint cartouche to left side, overall length 13-1/2 in. - Provenance: From the Collection of Ashley Halsey, Jr. , Alexandria and Spotsylvania, Virginia Condition condition consistent with age, wear, scratches and dings throughout, discoloration and oxidation to barrel, cylinder with scratches oxidation and pitting, scratches to top of back strap, appears to function mechanically
COLT MODEL 1863 REVOLVER WITH PURPORTED HISTORY OF USE BY A WATCHMAN AT GEORGE WASHINGTON'S MOUNT VERNON ESTATE WITH KEY FROM THE ESTATECOLT MODEL 1863 REVOLVER WITH PURPORTED HISTORY OF USE BY A WATCHMAN AT GEORGE WASHINGTON'S MOUNT VERNON ESTATE WITH KEY FROM THE ESTATE, The Colt Model 1860 army revolver was manufactured from 1860 until 1873 with a total production of more than 200,000. The six-shot .44-caliber revolver was the primary handgun used by Union troops during the Civil War because of its reliability. The cylinder is engraved with a Naval scene. Two serial numbers: 89177 and 5472 on barrel wedge. Provenance: This revolver and key was purchased in 1965 by Mr. John Richards, President of Potomac Arms Corporation in Old Town Alexandria, Va. He was told it was used by a watchman at Mount Vernon with the key for an interior door. Mount Vernon cannot verify this as of this date.
Smith and Wesson Number 2 Old Army six shot revolver, .32 RF caliber, with a blued finish, ivory g Colt model 1860 Army six shot percussion revolver, .44 caliber, three screw model with 8'' round ba Brown Southerner single shot pistol, .41 RF caliber, with ivory grips and a 2 1/2'' barrel, in a Colt model 1849 pocket five shot percussion revolver, .31 caliber, 5'' octagonal barrel. SN# 143586.
PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Colt 1860 Army .44 caliber 8'' round barrel walnut grips. S/n 13429. Civil War era very worn but with good mechanics. No cylinder scene. Address and Colt patents on barrel cylinder and frame. Serial numbers appear to match (cylinder is very worn abut appears to match).
U. S. Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver and Holster: U. S. Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver and Holster, c. 1863, . 44 caliber, serial number 83008 all matching including wedge, walnut grip with a light cartouche on the bottom right side, marked on the top of the barrel "ADDRESS COL. SAMUEL COLT NEW-YORK US AMERICA, " with a leather holster, barrel lg. 8, overall lg. 14 in. . Estimate $1, 000-1, 500 . . Some dings and nicks on the grip, steel is a gray/plum color with some light pitting on the barrel, action functions properly, and the holster was modified when the closure tab broke. . . . Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.