Cal 45 Colt. S# SA04098. Bbl. 7 1/2". Very limited run of 75 revolvers mfg. 1998. This particular revolver was a sample and display revolver of special edition issue kept by the Colt factory as noted in a copy of the original factory letter. Full nickel finish features etched Native American motifs. Right side of bbl. shows 2 pair of bison, each pair standing in opposition followed by "NEZ PERCE-CHIEF JOSEPH 1877-1977". Left side of bbl. shows wolf pulling pack sled & is marked "I WILL FIGHT NO MORE FOREVER". Marked on right side of frame "51 of 75". 6 Shot non fluted cyl. features Joseph vs. U.S. Army scene noting dates of historic events. Revolver is fitted with two piece oil finished walnut stocks. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original Colt wood grain box & Colt factory letter stating the following: "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER NEZ PERCE SPECIAL EDITION / Serial Number: SA04098 / Caliber: .45/c non-fluted cylinder / Barrel Length: 7 1/2" / Finish: Nickel / Type of Stocks: Two piece oil-finished walnut stocks. / Special Features: Etched with Indian motifs, Chief Joseph inscriptions & historic details including Joseph vs. U.S. Army cylinder decoration and "51 of 75" on right side of frame. / Shipped to Greg Martin Auctions / Address: 660 Third Street, Suite 100 Sanfrancisco, California / Date of Shipment: October 16, 2008". CONDITION: all aspects near excellent; appears unfired with nickel finish bright on inside of cyl. (23-4745/BH). MODERN. $2,500-3,500.