Lot 546:
A Colt U.S. Army Model 1917 Double Action Revolver, .45 Caliber
Sold for: $775
Description
A Colt U.S. Army Model 1917 double-action revolver, constructed from steel with dark wooden grips. The barrel is marked “COLT D.A. 45,” “COLTS PT F.A. MFG CO HARTFORD CT U.S.A.,” and patent dates “PATS AUG 5 1884 JUNE 5 1900 JULY 4 1905.” The barrel is also marked “UNITED STATES PROPERTY.” The butt is clearly marked “U.S. ARMY MODEL 1917” with serial number “NO 15 516.” The left side of the frame features a rampant colt logo and a circular “G” inspection mark. The crane bears the number “187547.”
Condition report:
The revolver exhibits significant wear to its original dark finish, with extensive bluing loss, surface scratches, and minor pitting throughout. The original wooden grips show commensurate wear. The item appears mechanically complete.
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