COLT MODEL SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER. SN 47246. Cal. 45 Colt. Usual configuration with 7-13/32” bbl that appears to have a factory crown with slightly thinned front sight. It has block letter 1-line address. Frame has 3-line patent dates with a small “U.S.” on left side with 1-pc walnut grip. It has its orig first type ejector rod housing with a bushed ejector rod screw hole in bbl. The various parts have “H.N.” sub-inspector marks for Henry Nettleton. Mr. Nettleton is one of the least prolific of the sub-inspectors, having inspected only about 3,000 revolvers. This revolver may have been one of the New York Militia pieces as there is a record of serial number “47248” having been issued to the New York Militia. CONDITION: Good to very good, all matching except grip which appears to be orig but the number is covered with wear and oil stains. No orig finish remains being an overall smooth gray/brown patina, having been cleaned a long time ago. Under the ejector rod housing is a dark heavy brown patina. A couple of the screws are battered. Grips show heavy wear with a faint but clear “HN” cartouche on right side. Bottom of grip is moderately battered. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore. 4-31132 JL16 (6,500-8,500)
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