U.S. Colt Ainsworth Inspected Single Action Ar...
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Description
Manufactured in 1874, the second year of production, this U.S. Cavalry Colt revolver features the standard blade front and notch rear sights. The top of the barrel is marked with the early slant letter "+ COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A+." with the two line, two patent date marking on the left side of the frame followed by "U.S.". The bottom of the barrel is marked with a small "P" and "A" just ahead of the cylinder pin, an "A" on the cylinder, top of the back strap and just below the serial number on the trigger guard. There is a "C" marked on the back of the topstrap in the hammer well. The ejector rod head is the "bulls eye" or donut style with the hole in the center. The matching serial number is marked under the ejector rod on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, back strap and cylinder. It is fitted with smooth one piece walnut grips with a faint cartouche on the left side. Orville W. Ainsworth was the first Principal Sub-Inspector assigned to Colt by the War Department.
BBL: 7 1/2 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 45 LC
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: 3897
BBL: 7 1/2 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 45 LC
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: 3897
Condition
Good. The metal surfaces have a gray patina with some minor pitting on the barrel, ejector housing, cylinder and frame around the cylinder. The grip is very good with correct, proper fit with a small chip on each toe, several minor dents on the bottom and overall a few minor dings and scratches. The markings are clear. The action is excellent.
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U.S. Colt Ainsworth Inspected Single Action Ar...
Estimate $6,500 - $11,000
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