*Colt Ned Buntline Commemorative in Presentation Case

.45 Long Colt. 12" barrel length. SN: NB1503. Nickel plated finish overall mounting black synthetic Colt Eagle grips commemorating the legacy of Ned Buntline, the famed dime novelist who was alleged to have ordered specially built 12 inch barreled Colt revolvers for famed lawmen Wyatt Earp, Bat Masterson, and others. Single-action loading gate six shot revolver featuring a flat topstrap mounting adjustable target rear and matted front ramp sights. Left frame shows the standard two-line patent mark followed by {Rampant Colt} logo. Left barrel is struck NED BUNTLINE SPECIAL with the single line address on top reading COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A. with caliber marking to the right reading COLT NEW FRONTIER S.A.A. .45. Item comes in a wood display case with red velvet lining, a set of six nickel finished dummy rounds, and an engraved plaque bearing the likeness of Ned Buntline beside his signature. Item additionally comes with the key in plastic package, further five nickel plated dummy rounds, and an extra display plate.

This lot is located in Cincinnati.

Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA

Condition
Excellent. Bore is Very Bright with sharp rifling throughout. Metal finish shows some faint traces of a turn ring forming with the nickel bright overall. Some residue to the recoil shield. Grips are Excellent and retain all fine details. Case shows few light scratches and some beading of the finish on the seams of the lid. Action exhibits good timing.