Model 1860 Colt Army Revolver
Item #: AA759
This is a nice .44 caliber Colt Army revolver from the Civil War period. The serial number of 95718 places the production date of this pistol in 1863. This one is an all serial numbers matching gun, including the wedge. The barrel address reads "ADDRESS COL. SAMl COLT NEW - YORK U.S. AMERICA". The bore is in good condition with crisp rifling and no pitting present. The loading lever is fully functional. The cylinder scene is still very visible. The serial number and patent date can be plainly seen. The Colts Patent mark on the left side of the frame is very clear. All serial numbers on the back strap, trigger guard, frame, barrel and wedge are clearly visible. The one piece walnut grips have a cartouche, indicating acceptance into the military service. There are sub inspector marks on several areas of the revolver. The letter c is stamped on the bottom of the trigger guard, cylinder, and top of the back strap. A double cc is stamped into the left side of the barrel to the rear of the wedge screw. Everything on the gun appears original except the wedge screw. It seems to be a modern replacement. That could be rectified if the buyer so desired. The cylinder still has the safety pins on the back. The action is crisp and locks up in half and full cock positions. The brass trigger guard has turned an eye pleasing golden color with some mottled age spots on the bottom of the trigger guard. The iron back strap has turned an even dull gray patina. The remainder of the metal on the gun is smooth and has a very nice patina. Now that that's out of the way, this one came into the shop with a ton of documentation of Confederate use. This gun was bought by George H Hanger from the original Orndorff family in December 2003. H.W. Orndorff is attributed with using this revolver when he served with the 7th Virginia Cavalry during the war. The paperwork that comes with this gun includes a notarized letter from Herman Kinder, a hand written note by Mr Hanger describing the weapon and where he purchased it, a business card with hand written Orndorff names, Civil War data base results for Henry Washington Orndorff and a regimental history of the 7th Virginia Cavalry. The history that comes with this one could fill a small library! Here 's an opportunity to own a piece of Confederate history that once rode with that Virginia Cavalier Turner Ashby!
Shipping Weight:
6 lbs
Item # AA759
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