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American & Southern | Session II | November 14, 2025

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Lot 2375

Fine Cased Set of Engraved Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolvers with Nickel Finish

Estimate: $5,000 - $10,000
Starting Bid
$2,600

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both circa 1867, six shot .44 caliber, serial numbers 163749 and 163842 stamped in four places under frames, 3749 and 3842 on cylinders and barrel wedges, 8 in. barrels stamped "ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW - YORK U.S. AMERICA", blade front sight, split hammer rear sight, roll stamp naval battle scenes on cylinders, "COLTS, PATENT" and ".44 CAL" on left sides of frames, nickel finish, loading lever, hammer and cylinder with remnants of gilt finish, scrollwork and other styles of engraving to frames, barrels, recoil guards, trigger guard, and backstrap, antique ivory grips, blued frame screws, 14 in. overall, comes in wooden case with powder flask, "COLTS PATENT" bullet mold, bullets, percussion caps, and a blued nipple wrench

Provenance: Private Chicago, Illinois Collection, formerly on loan to the Snite Museum of Art at the University of Notre Dame from 1979 until 1991.

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Private Chicago, Illinois Collection, formerly on loan to the Snite Museum of Art at the University of Notre Dame from 1979 until 1991.

non factory engraving, nickel finish, gilt treatment, and grips, abrasions and tarnish to nickel finish, evidence of wear to metal components, 3/4 in. areas of pitting to front right side of barrels from sitting in the case, oxidation pitting and abrasions to loading levers, remnants of gilt finish on hammer, cylinder, and loading lever, light pitting, abrasions, and oxidation to cylinders, distinct band of pitting on both cylinders, rust on backstrap of 3749, handles with little evidence of wear, triggers, hammers and cylinders appear to function properly Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.