LONDON COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER - LATE PRODUCTION - 1856

LONDON COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER - LATE PRODUCTION - 1856

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Item Code: 1309-86

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Presented here is the .36 caliber London Colt variation of the model 1851 Navy Revolver in fair overall condition. The sidearm has British proof marks on the left frame and rear of the cylinder at each chamber. Iron back strap and trigger guard. These London proofed Colt revolvers were produced at Colts London Factory, which began in 1853 and ceased operations at the end of 1856. Total production is estimated at 42,000 revolvers.

Manufactured sometime at the very end of production, this London Model 1851 Navy revolver bears serial number 42942. A .36-caliber percussion revolver, this specimen features an un-rebated cylinder with a 7½” long barrel. The revolver has matching numbers on the barrel, cylinder, trigger-guard, frame and back strap. Un-numbered loading lever. This navy has no bluing remaining but, some traces of case hardening on the frame. Most color is gunmetal grey overall. The surface does have areas of light corrosion, with the left underside frame and portions of the cylinder being most noticeable. The cylinder also has a series of small dents on one side as if it was clamped in a vise at one time.

The octagonal barrel edges remain sharp with a few light dents on the top about an inch back from the dovetailed blade front sight. Light cylinder scene can still be observed. Mechanics and lock-up are good. All cylinder safety pins are hammered down. The “COLTS / PATENT” stamping on the left side shows well. Frame screws are in good overall condition. A 4th screw has been added to the frame on each side for mounting a shoulder stock. Unknown if this is a period factory or after-market modification. Barrel address marking “ADDRESS COL COLT LONDON” still in place. Smooth grips are of one-piece walnut and are in good overall condition. A seldom seen London Colt Navy.   [stp][ph:L]

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