This is a very nice original 5 inch barrel length version .31 caliber Colt revolver. This is the classic model 1849 Colt that is known to collectors as the "Pocket" Model colt. It has all matching serial numbers, including the wedge, of 165452which was made in 1860. The brass trigger guard and backstrap have a great look to the brass. The grips are nice attractive shape with the usual wear from use. The cylinder retains about 80% of the stagecoach holdup scene still visible. The top of the barrel has a crystal clear double line Samuel Colt makers mark and New York City location. These guns were made in Hartford, Connecticut with the sales office being located in New York City. The Colts Patent mark is visible on both the frame and cylinder to go along with the barrel markings. This is a very nice original pre Civil War production .31 caliber Colt.
Item number: CS503
