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COLT CFSS / COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER

in .44/40 CALIBER 1883, SINGLE ACTION of the SHERIFFS MODEL PATTERN.

PRICE: $3,995

This Sheriffs Model is quite unique ! as it was made outside the Colt Factory. Probably in the far southwest, Az. Ty. maybe even in Mexico. However, it was very professionally made, no doubt by a gunsmith of high quality and ability. Perhaps he had seen one or was familiar with the frame pattern. In looking at the forward frame configuration, it is identical to the Colt factory. It is a THREE inch barrel, but from close looking at the barrel it once had a Colt two line patent, originally 4-3/4 inches. the front sight is remarkable well done and in correct alignment. The Serial No. 10123X is present on all the correct locations although the butt it is faint and difficult to see. It appears all parts are the original Colt parts and all factory applied markings are clear and present. It is remarkable that ALL the working actions are correct: all hammer cock positions, safety, half cock, full cock. The cylinder rotates and aligns and locks tight for firing. Releases to fire , no problem. The current finish condition is one of reasonable wear. There is still blue on cylinder and barrel with a gray patina on the balance, an original patina no cleaning. The Colt has one piece Walnut grips, in a fine antique patina and fine fit.

There is no question, someone in the 1880-1890 period wanted! a short barrel Colt, this one in 44/40. They found the right place and a Single Action was professionally made into the customers desired configuration. They must have been pleased as this Colt has and shows signs of daily, definitely long term carry. Imagination would permit, Gambler, Gun fighter some one needing "hide-out" power. It is just very charismatic. Remember it is a Black Powder antique of 1883.

UNITED STATES EXPRESS Co. , COLT NEW POLICE .38

" a.k.a. "COLT COP N' THUG" .38 ,1883

PRICE: $3,550

This Colt Revolver is one of the LOWEST production models from Colt, LESS than 4,000 were manufactured. It is also one of the MOST unique offerings from Colt, due to it’s grips ! The checkered Hard Rubber Grips were embossed, with NOT an Eagle, but a Cop and Thug ( Robber) in a confrontation. The Thug has a knife and the Cop is attempting an arrest.

This Model came in two barrel lengths, 4-1/2 inch and 6 inch, both had the ejector system on the barrel. This Colt is DOUBLE UNIQUE, first, as a rare low production Colt and seldom seen, but was the Property of United States Express Co. USX founded in 1854 , served as a company transporting packages and valuables around the entire United States. They used Stage Coaches and later Railway Express cars, but for both one thing was common. ALL the Agents were armed with instructions to guard the valuable packages they were entrusted to transport. Serial No. 1632X, was marked on the barrel by USX , as the Colt Serial No. was the same ! which appears on the butt.

In addition the letters USX were added to the barrel in front of the Property Number, as seen above. Slightly worn from use, BUT present. It has been my pleasure to have seen under a hand full of this Model all marked by USX. They obviously were a Single Action of enough power, yet concealable in an Agents pocket of waist coat.

USX sign is for decoration only NFS

The original finish was Factory Nickel plate, and about 10%+ or - is still present. An original patina is the remainder of the finish, untouched and original. Testifying to the quality of the Colt, it is still in 100% working order. ALL the working actions: cocking, locking, cylinder rotation and locking, and releasing to fire, all function correctly, every time. MOST IMPORTANT: the unique hard rubber grips, which make this Colt, are in perfect condition, no damage. ALL factory applied markings are present, caliber, barrel address. A RARE Colt, with even a RARER historical background, guarding valuables in the 19th century from Stagecoach and Train robbers, even Express office's.

COLT MODEL OF 1848 BABY DRAGOON, .31

FIRST Pocket Model revolver to be made at the Hartford Factory

PRICE: $3,950

The major significance of this Model was, it was the FIRST Pocket Model revolver to be made at the Hartford Factory ! Manufactured in a very small quantity of about 15,000 from 1847 to 1850. The name came from the similarity to the full size .44 Dragoon revolver. This Baby Dragoon, Serial No. 1124X would have been manufactured in 1848 and has the scarcer Five Inch barrel. ALL serial numbers are matching, all parts, and the frame patent is clear and distinct as is the barrel address. IT still has a perfect working action ! The overall surface is a soft gray patina, and the cylinder scene, “Stagecoach Holdup” is still present, just very light, but visible. Remarkably, the silver plating of the trigger guard and back strap is in abundance ! about 70% present.

The Walnut grips show hand use, but there is no significant misuse or damage and they have a fine antique patina.

A very scarce and interesting early Colt revolver. They are hard to find, in working condition.