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Lot n° 2

A Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver

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dating: 1862 provenance: USA, Octagonal, rifled, 6", 31 cal barrel (some pitting inside, visible rifling), marked "ADDRESS COL SAM.L COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA". the barrel wedge was replaced, missing screw. Six-shot cylinder with a stagecoach attack scene clearly visible, marked "COLTS PATENT" and with serial number (abbreviated and matching with the rest). Working mechanism. Frame with remains of inscription "COLTS PATENT", serial no. "205xxx". The barrel and frame joint with a small defect. Brass grip bands featuring small remains of finishing, matching serial numbers. Rounded trigger guards. Some small remains of finishing also on the iron parts. Walnut handle.