Colt Catalog 2017

Colt Collection of Single Action Revolvers
Introduction
Welcome to an Old Time Colt Collection formed decades ago by a collector in the 1960’s that chronicle Colt Single Action
Army’s from the 1st year of Production in 1873 during the Indian Wars until the Last year of Production in 1940 during WWII.
Collections like this rarely come onto the market, formed with a keen eye for both condition and history this collection
documents the Colt Single Action Army as the important Icon that it truly is in American History, the Peace Maker of the Old
West to the Gun of Choice in the Twentieth Century. Reinventing itself during the recall of 1895 when the US Cavalry Models
of Custer’s Little Big Horn era were rebuilt at the US Arsenal into Artillery Model pistols of Teddy Roosevelt’s San Juan Hill
era during the Spanish American War, using parts of their predecessors These Old Guns never die they just get Better!
This gun is without a doubt the most famous gun ever produced in America, it has an amazing history that begins with
being made for and issued to the ten regiments of US Cavalry stationed in the West, including Custer’s 7th Cavalry who
rode into battle in 1876 at the Little Big Horn carrying these Colts, Billy the Kid was killed with a Colt Single Action Army
serial #55093 carried by Sheriff Pat Garrett in 1881, Wyatt Earp won his famous gun battle at the O.K. Corral that same
year wielding his long barreled Colt Single Action, it quickly earned its reputation as the “Peace Maker”. President Teddy
Roosevelt’s Rough Rider’s latter carried these same Colt’s up San Juan Hill in Cuba in 1898 to defeat the Spanish Army,
General Patton carried his famous ivory handled nickel-plated Colt Single Action serial # 332088 that he bought in El Paso,
Texas in 1916 during the Mexican Revolution through WWII until his death in 1945. In post war years Roy Rogers and
John Wayne carried Colt’s in their Western Movie’s attaining Movie Star fame. The Colt Single Action is certainly the most
intriguing pistol in American History, this collection has them all and I hope you will consider adding a few to your own
collection. I can think of no better American gun to collect than this Iconic Six-Shooter, a great opportunity to begin your own
Colt collection of the most famous gun in history. I look forward to hearing from you!
Gary Hendershott
501 258 1861
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Lot 1
W. F. ‘Buffalo’ Bill Cody – Engraved Presentation

Colt Single Action Army
A Magnificent Highly Engraved & Nickel-Plated Colt Single Action Army
Colt – W.F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody beautiful nickel-plated Colt SAA .44-40 cal. revolver purchased directly from the family of a
famous gunsmith Archie Miller that personally received it from Cody in 1913 serial #52141 (serial #52193 Colt of this pair
is on display in the Cody Museum reference 1988.9.1) Thus it has never been on the market before originally belonging
to W.F. Cody with his name beautifully engraved on it, then to his personal gunsmith Archie Miller then by descent to his
daughter who later in life sold it privately to a collector. This is the first time that this gun has ever been publicly offered for
sale as Cody received this gun from the Colt in 1878 and carried it throughout the 19th Century in the West. (See Back
Cover for Collection Illustration)
A striking Colt Single Action Army magnificently engraved by master engraver Cuno Helfricht. Beautifully renickel plated,
the grips were also carved by Helfricht. Of all the Cody guns that exist this is among the finest and this is certainly the
Show Stopper of them all! Accompanied by gunsmith Archie Miller’s records, photographs, a 1913 Cody Wild West
Show poster and 2 Passes to the show signed by Cody for the gunsmith whom he had a long friendship with , Buffalo
Bill’s Lariat case , a Scrimshawed souvenir Long Horn Steer horn from the 1913 show, also accompanied by the a
Notarized Letter of Provenance from the gunsmiths daughter who inherited the gun and the accessories from her father,
this gun from Cody was her dad’s favorite gun and she use to shoot with her dad at Rifle Matches so it is appropriate that
he would pass his favorite gun on to his favorite daughter. A remarkable showpiece of the famous Hero of the West, 6
items. (Accompanied by 3 letters: Colt Factory Letter / Larry Wilson Letter / Miller Family Letter)
$135,000
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Early Colt
Single Action Army #798
Inspected by Ainsworth who inspected Custer’s 7th
Cavalry guns before Battle of Little Big Horn
Lot 2
An Early Colt .45 Single Action Army

made in 1873 - 1st Year of Production
Colt Single Action Army early 3 Digit Serial Number US Cavalry Revolver serial
# 798, inspected ‘A’ by US Government Inspector O.W. Ainsworth in .45 cal.
7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1873 and has all
matching 3 digit serial numbers on the frame, barrel, back strap & cylinder.
Wood grips have tack holes and the bore has a dark frosted appearance. A
wonderful military gun, Ainsworth was the ordnance sub-inspector at the Colt
factory for the first 13 months (Oct. 1873 to Nov. 1874) of the Single Action
Army’s 1st production. It was Ainsworth who inspected the Colts used by Col.
G.A. Custer’s 7th Cavalry at the Battle of the Little Bighorn. This being a rare
and early 1st year of production three-digit serial number and important Colt
SAA used on the Western Frontier by the US military and in excellent condition.
(Colt Letter)
$17,500

Lot 3
“Buntline Special” with a 16 Inch Barrel

made in 1895 The Colt Single Action Army
A Magnificent Colt Single Action Army factory nickel with a 16 inch barrel
Colt – “Buntline Special” a beautiful factory nickel-plated Colt Single Action Army .44-40 cal. made in 1895 serial #162341
black powder frame with a long 16“ bbl. with a 6 shot fluted cylinder. Colt made only a few of these long barreled
“Buntline Specials” beginning in 1876 with serial # 28800 -28830, most had “Flat-top” target style frames, these guns
produced by Colt were made famous by Western folklore during the 19th Century beginning with Ned Buntline presenting
one to Wyatt Earp in Dodge City, Kansas. A Superb gun which has all matching serial numbers on the frame, barrel, back
strap & cylinder. Excellent 95% Colt Factory nickel-plate finish with Colt Factory “ampersand” on the right rear trigger
guard indicating it was rebuilt at the Colt Factory, original hard rubber grips and an equally bright barrel. (Accompanied by
1984 Colt Letter)
$25,000
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Lot 4
Artillery Model’ - Colt .45 Single Action Army made from 1874 US Cavalry marked “A”
Colt Single Action Army ‘Artillery Model’ Revolver serial # 347/541 & 4758, with mixed serial numbers as it was rebuilt
from the Colt SAA with 7 1/2 “barrels that had been recalled by the US Army in 1895 and sent to the Colt factory to
be converted into a short barreled “Artillery” pistol made up from parts of these Indian War cavalry pistols, they were
used in the Spanish American War and carried by many of Teddy Roosevelt’s Rough Riders at San Juan Hill in Cuba.
An interesting and historical gun, the trigger guard is marked “A” for Ainsworth who inspected all the Custer guns, the
frame is marked “U.S.” and the frame, trigger guard and backstrap all have matching serial #4758 which is in the Custer
range of these pistols issued to the 7th Cavalry before the Battle of Little Big Horn, the barrel is numbered #347 and the
cylinder #541. Thus, made from parts of the earliest Colt SAA made 1873-1874. If a gun could talk this one would speak
volumes of History. A Historical showpiece.
$6,500
Lot 5
An Early “Pre-Little Big Horn” Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1875
Colt Single Action Army - US Cavalry Revolver serial # 16133, inspected ‘A’ by US Government Inspector O.W. Ainsworth
in .45 cal. 7 ½ Army issue bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder made in 1875 with all matching serial numbers on a black
powder frame. Brown patina, replacement grips and missing the ejector housing base, the hammer has all four clicks and
the bore is dark and all lands and grooves are present. A good pre-Little Big Horn cavalry pistol that saw action in the
West. (Colt Letter)
$4,500

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Lot 6
An Early ‘3 Digit Serial Number’ Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1873
Colt Single Action Army early 3 Digit Serial Number US Cavalry Revolver serial # 493, inspected ‘A’ by US Government
Inspector O.W. Ainsworth in .45 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made during the 1st year of
production in 1873 and has all matching 3digit serial numbers on the frame, barrel, back strap & cylinder. Wood grips are
excellent and the bore has a dark frosted appearance. A wonderful 1st year of production military gun, Ainsworth was the
ordnance sub-inspector at the Colt factory for the first 13 months (Oct. 1873 to Nov. 1874) of the Single Action Army’s
1st production. It was Ainsworth who inspected the Colts used by Col. G.A. Custer’s 7th Cavalry at the Battle of the Little
Bighorn. This being a rare and early 1st year production three-digit serial number and important Colt SAA used on the
Western Frontier by the military and in excellent condition. (Colt Letter)
$11,500
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Lot 7
An Early ‘3 Digit’ Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1873
Colt Single Action Army early 3 Digit Serial Number US Cavalry Revolver serial # 354, in .45 cal. with Army issue 7 ½ bbl. on
black powder frame and 6 shot fluted cylinder with a replacement cylinder pin, this is an early 1st year of production gun was
made in 1873. The barrel, frame, cylinder and grip strap have all matching numbers #354. The butt plate has a welded hole
perhaps for a Lanyard ring. Accompanied by Colt factory letter from 1982 stating that the records of these early production guns
have been lost or destroyed years ago. An early and rare Colt SAA showing much use on the Western frontier.
(Colt Letter)
$6,500

Lot 8
An Early Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1874 inspected by Ainsworth
Colt Single Action Army - US Cavalry Revolver serial #19661, inspected ‘A’ by US Government Inspector O.W. Ainsworth
who inspected all of Custer’s guns, in .45 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1874 and has
all matching serial numbers on the frame, barrel, back strap & cylinder. Wood grips and the bore has a dark frosted
appearance.
$3,750
Lot 9
‘Artillery Model’ Colt .45 made from a 1874 Colt Single Action Army Revolver
Colt Single Action Army - US Artillery Model Revolver serial # 17057, etc., in .45 cal. with Artillery issue 5 ½ bbl. with
filed front site and a 6 shot fluted cylinder rebuilt in 1895 during the recall of the Colt Cavalry models when they were
sent to the Colt factory disassembled and their parts were reused to build these Artillery models for Spanish American
War, Teddy Roosevelt’s Rough Riders carried these rebuilt guns up San Juan Hill in Cuba in 1898. The barrel, frame,
cylinder and grip strap have all different serial numbers as they were rebuilt with mismatched serial numbered parts,
the trigger guard is Custer range serial #3887 and marked “A” for O.W. Ainsworth the government inspector of Custer’s
guns and the barrel is serial #1047 on a black powder frame clearly marked U.S. on the left side of the frame which has
serial17057. An immensely historical gun with its origins at the height of the Indian Wars made just before the Battle of
Little Big Horn and in the serial number range of pistols issued to Custer’s 7th Cavalry culminating with use during the
Spanish American War by another American hero
Teddy Roosevelt, a showpiece.
$6,500

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Lot 10
Little Big Horn Era’ Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1876 dual inspected “JTC & LD”
Colt Single Action Army - US Cavalry Revolver serial # 31812, a scarce US Inspector dual marked and dated “JTC” &
“L.D. & 1876” on US Cavalry Revolver in .45 cal. with Army issue 7 ½ bbl. on case colored black powder frame stamped
“UU” on left side behind patent dates, and 6 shot fluted cylinder made in the important year 1876. The barrel, frame,
cylinder and grip strap have all matching numbers and the barrel and cylinder and both grips have US government
inspector “J.T.C.” markings of John T. Cleveland, the side of the frame is clearly marked “L.D.” above the serial number
of US Government inspector Lewis Draper. The wood grips are superbly marked with “JTC” cartouches and the date of
“1876”. Accompanied by a Colt Factory Letter stating that this gun was sold to the US Government and delivered to the
US Government inspector at the Colt Factory December 8, 1876 in a shipment of 200 of the same type guns. Retains a
lot of factory cased finish on the cylinder and the grip straps, the bore has excellent rifling and the action on this gun is
like new. Certainly one of the finest Colt SAA extant a showpiece. (Colt Letter)
$17,500

Lot 11
An Early Colt “Stembridge” .45 Single Action

Army made in 1877
Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial # 37524, Colt
“Stembridge” Single Action Army – US Revolver serial
# 37524 in .45 cal. LC with 5 ½ bbl. made in 1877 on
a black powder frame with all matching serial numbers
and stamped “S” above the serial number on the
trigger guard for “Stembridge Gun Rental Company”.
A very interesting gun with Reverse Markings on the
barrel which is a rare variation seven other of these
Peacemakers are known to exist with this type of
reversed address. Stembridge Gun Rental Company
was formed in 1920’s by James Stembridge and the
famous Cecil B DeMille to supply guns to the Movie
Industry buying Colt Single Action pistols that were
used in the Old West in the 19th century to be put to
use again in the early 20th Century to make movies
an interesting saga of this guns’ historical use from the
Indian Wars to the first Cowboy movies. Accompanied
by Colt Factory Letter stating that this gun was shipped
to H.D. Folsom Arms Company New York on August 20,
1877 in a shipment of 50 of the same type of guns. A
historical showpiece and a rare variation Colt SAA.
(Colt Letter)
$5,500
Lot 12
A “Frontier Six Shooter” 1st Year in Colt

.44-40 - Single Action Army made in
1878
Colt Single Action Army “Frontier Six Shooter”
Revolver serial # 45792, in .44-40 cal. with Army
issue 7 1/2 “ bbl on a black powder frame with
6 shot fluted cylinder and all matching serial
numbers. Made in 1878 and shipped to Schuyler
Hartley & Graham on September 7,1878 in a
crate of 50 guns. This Rare gun retains some Phone Orders Accepted -
factory case hardened blue, grips are refinished. Call Gary Direct (501) 258-1861
A Fine example of the 1st year of the .44-40
cartridge production made in the same caliber as or email [email protected]
the Winchester rifle. (accompanied by Colt Letter)
$4,500

Lot 13
A “Frontier Six Shooter” 1st Year in Colt .44-40 - Single Action Army made in 1878
Colt Single Action Army - US Cavalry Revolver serial # 42211, in .44-40 cal. with Army issue 7 ½ bbl. and 6 shot fluted cylinder
made in 1880. The barrel, frame, cylinder and grip strap have all matching numbers and the barrel and cylinder have US
Government inspector “D.F.C.” markings of David F. Clark, the side of the frame is clearly marked “U.S.” and the left front of the
trigger guard bow is stamped “45” with one piece walnut grips. Accompanied by a Colt Factory letter stating that this gun was
returned to the Colt Factory where it was refurbished in 1902 then shipped to the Commanding Officer at the Springfield Armory,
proving that these guns were highly thought of and long periods of use within the military this one spanning both centuries. Retains
traces of its original case blue, this gun was originally delivered to the US Army on March 13, 1880 in a shipment of 250 guns to
the military. An excellent gun with a solid history. This gun is illustrated in the Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia on pg.188 and is
from the Colt collection of Lindsay Wilson of Colorado (Colt Letter)
$7,500

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Lot 14
An “Artillery Model” Colt .45 Single Action Army Inspected by Henry Nettleton in 1878
Colt Single Action Army - US “Artillery Model” Revolver serial #47641, parts inspected ‘H.N.’ by US Government Inspector H.
Nettleton in .45 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1878 blue 60% casehardened finish wood grips and
has all mis-matched serial numbers as it should, on the frame, barrel, back strap & cylinder. Wood grips and the bore has a dark
frosted appearance. Built from US Cavalry 7 ½ bbl models that had been recalled by the US Army to be used for parts to make
these “Artillery Models” A wonderful military gun, made up from parts of Colt Cavalry single actions at the US Arsenal after they
were recalled by the Army and scrapped for parts at the end of the Indian Wars, from the Colts used by the US Cavalry. This being
a rare production and historically important Colt SAA used on the Western Frontier and latter during the Spanish American War in
excellent condition. A historical showpiece.
$6,500

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Lot 15
An Early Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1878 inspected “HN”
Colt Single Action Army - US Cavalry Revolver serial # 47714, US Inspector “H.N.” in .45 cal. with Army issue 7 ½ bbl.
and 6 shot fluted cylinder made in 1878. The barrel, frame, cylinder and grip strap have all matching numbers, also
the barrel, frame, trigger guard and cylinder all have the scarce US Government inspector “H.N.” markings of Henry
Nettleton, and the side of the black powder frame is clearly marked “U.S.” The 1 piece grips have visible outlines of the
military cartouche. The action is very crisp with a bright bore. Accompanied by Colt Factory Letter stating that this gun
was sold to the US Government and delivered to the US Inspector at the Colt plant on September 25, 1878 in a shipment
of 200 of the same type guns to the army. A Very Fine gun with rare military inspector marking. (Colt Letter)
$9,500

Lot 16
A Superb Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1883 military Inspector David F. Clark
Colt Single Action Army - US Cavalry Revolver serial # 92652, inspected ‘DFC’ by US Government Inspector David F. Clark in .45
cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1883 and has all matching serial numbers and military inspector
markings. The one-piece Wood grips are replacements and gun retains 95% case hardened blue finish and the bore has a dark
frosted appearance. An exceptional condition Colt Single Action Army during the first decade of production.
$12,500
Lot 17
A Rare Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1881 with “2 Military Inspectors”
Colt Single Action Army “2 Military Inspectors” - US Cavalry Revolver serial # 73428, clearly marked as being inspected by ‘D.F.C.
and C.C.M.’ both US Government Inspectors in .45 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1881 with blue
30% case hardened finish and factory wood grips with ‘14’ stamped on top right grip with sharp markings. Very Rare to be marked
by 2 inspectors David F. Clark and Lt. Charles C. Morrison and has all matching serial numbers on the frame, barrel, back strap &
cylinder. The accompanying Colt Factory letter states that it was delivered to the United States Government Inspector located at
the Colt Plant on October 26,1881 in a shipment of 150 of the same type gun. A wonderful military gun, DFC and CCM were the
ordnance sub-inspectors at the Colt factory after Ainsworth for the Single Action Army’s production for the U.S. military. This being a
rare and important Colt SAA used on the Western Frontier and in excellent condition. (accompanied by 2006 Colt letter)
$11,500

Lot 18
An Early “Indian Police” Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1882
Colt Single Action Army - US Cavalry Revolver serial # 73887, in .45 cal. with Army issue 7 ½ bbl. on a black powder
frame missing U.S. marking on left side with a 6 shot fluted cylinder. The barrel and frame and grip strap have all
matching numbers and the barrel and frame have US Government inspector “D.F.C.” markings of David F. Clark. The
finish was at one time Full Nickle which is thought to have been issued for the Indian Police/Indian Scouts. This gun
retains a lot of Nickle on the top of barrel site. Several of these Cavalry Model guns in this serial number range are
known to exist nickel-plated Showing good honest wear which is typical of Indian guns which are quite rare.
$6,500
Lot 19
Rare “Export” Colt Single Action Army made in .455 ELEY caliber for the London market
Colt Single Action Army Revolver – British .455 ELEY caliber “1 of only 21” shipped to London, England in 1882 cased serial #
81783, in .455 Eley cal. 5 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. In original wood case with .455 Eley cartridges and tools, this gun was
made in 1882 blue 60% casehardened finish with factory wood grips. The accompanying Colt Factory letter states that this gun was
made in .455 caliber and shipped to Colt’s London Agency on December 14, 1882 in a shipment of 21 of this same type of gun. It
has all matching serial numbers and the bore has a dark frosted appearance. A wonderful military gun cased set.
(accompanied by 1962 Colt Letter)
$9,500

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Lot 20
Rare “Export” Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1883 - shipped to the Philippine Islands
Colt Single Action Army – “Philippine Islands” US Cavalry Revolver serial # 94287, inspected ‘D.F.C.’ by US Government
Inspector David F. Clark in .45 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was shipped to the Philippine Islands in 1900
during the US Army of Occupation after the Spanish American War, it was issued to the native Police at Cebu City, P.I. This is
1 of only 54 guns issued from U.S. Army stores in either cavalry or artillery length that were issued to the Philippine Police on
December 29, 1900 to maintain order after the United States had defeated Spain and captured the Philippine Islands. Made
in 1883 with 90% Factory Nickel finish and Ivory grips, it has all matching serial numbers on the frame, barrel, back strap &
cylinder. A wonderful military gun, with a ‘Dual History’ of serving in the American West and again overseas during the Spanish
American War in the Philippine Islands. (accompanied by Gun Report records published from the National Archives which
identifies this very gun by serial number)
$12,500

Lot 21
A Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1883 inspected by Capt. Frank Heath
Colt Single Action Army - Civilian Revolver serial # 96776, inspected ‘F’ by US Government Inspector Captain Frank Heath in
.44-40 cal. 4 ¾ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1883 blue case hardened 60% finish and wood grips.
Some defects including reworked cylinder and hammer with a replaced base pin. A rare US Military inspector Captain Frank
Heath! Which obviously was sold on the Civilian market.
$3,250
Lot 22
An “Indian Scout” Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1883

Colt Single Action Army – US Cavalry Revolver serial # 96007, inspected ‘D.F.C.’ by US Government Inspector David F. Clark in .45 cal.
7 ½ bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1883 and has a renickle finish and wood grips. It has long been believed that
these military inspected Colts issued in Nickle finish were for Indian Scouts or Police. A rare gun which has been completely restored to
as new condition and has all matching serial numbers on the frame, barrel, back strap & cylinder. An important military gun that saw use
on the Western Indian Reservations
$6,500

Terms of Sale
Terms of Sale: ANY item may be returned for ANY reason within seven (7) days of receipt for a FULL and immediate REFUND to the buyer,
after that it is Non-Refundable as all items are on consignment, thus no Trades please. I only accept written authentication Opinions, and no
guns may be dis-assembled without prior permission. There is NO buyer’s premiums like auctions charge as this NOT an auction, it is a straight
forward Price-List all prices are NET and on a first come first serve basis.
Interest Free Layaway: Available for both Collectors and Museums we will invoice to fit your budgetary requirements, always Interest Free. I
have never charged a collector or museum interest and I never will! I generally do Layaway payments in thirds, being a third down with balance
paid over 3 months, however Layaway items are not returnable.
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Lot 23
An “Artillery” Colt .45 Single Action

Army made in 1884
Colt Single Action Army - US “Artillery” Revolver serial #112137, other mixed serial numbers inspected ‘D.F.C.’ by US
Government Inspector David F. Clark in .45 cal. 5 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was originally made in 1884 and
has mis-matched serial numbers as it should, on the frame, barrel, back strap & cylinder. Wood grips, the bore has a dark
frosted appearance. A wonderful military gun, made up from Colt Cavalry Single Actions that had been recalled by the Army
after the Indian Wars, that had been taken down for parts then reassembled at the US Arsenal for use during the Spanish
American War as a Artillery Model. This being a rare production and important Colt SAA used on both the Western Frontier and
the Spanish American War, in excellent condition with a lot of History.
$6,500
Lot 24
A ‘Texas Ranger’ Colt .45 Single Action Army

made in 1884
Colt Single Action Army - US Cavalry Revolver serial
#111943, inspected ‘DFC’ by US Government Inspector
David F. Clark in .45 cal. 4 ¾ bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder.
This gun was made in 1884 and is believed to have been
issued to Texas Rangers based on the unusual ‘Star’
stamped on the frame? It has all matching serial numbers
on the frame, barrel, back strap & cylinder and blue 40%
case hardened finish with hard rubber Colt grips. This gun
was likely issued in the 7 ½ US Cavalry length barrel which
was cut down to the 4 ¾ length after being latter condemned
by the military and sold on the civilian market. This being a
rare and early military gun that made its way to the Texas
Frontier. (Colt Letter)
$5,500
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Lot 25
Colt Single Action Army in the Rare .22 caliber

1 of only 107 made in 1883 Colt Factory refurbished from an 1873 .44-40 to a .22 caliber and shipped to Minnesota
One of the Rarest Colt Single Actions rebuilt in .22 caliber in 1883
Colt Single Action Army “1 of 107 made in .22 cal.” Revolver serial # 1743, in .22 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder with all
matching serial numbers and 99% original blue case hardened factory new finish. This gun was originally made in 1879 in .44-40
caliber and shipped to Wexell and Degress of Mexico City and New York in a shipment of 110 of the same type guns on May 23,
1879 as confirmed by the accompanying Colt Factory letter which goes on to state that “This revolver was part of a large number
of guns from this same shipment that were returned to the Colt Factory and subsequently converted to .22 caliber. Which is
confirmed by its second appearance in Colt records listed as a .22 cal revolver with a 7 ½ barrel, blue finish and hard rubber
grips shipped to William R. Burkhard in St Paul, Minnesota on June 28, 1888”. A remarkable gun in factory new condition with
99% finish (accompanied by lengthy Colt Letter)
$47,500

Lot 26
An Early Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1887 Inspected by “DFC”
Colt Single Action Army - US Cavalry Revolver serial # 119881, inspected ‘DFC’ by US Government Inspector David. F. Clark
in .45 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. Made in 1887 the frame is clearly marked “U.S.” and has matching serial
numbers throughout and both the frame and the cylinder have US government inspector markings of “D.F.C”. (David F. Clark).
Accompanied by John Kopec letter stating that “most of these guns in this serial number range were issued to the Railway
Service, the fact that this gun remains in its cavalry configuration indicates that it escaped the government recall and was
therefore never altered to an Artillery configuration”. Several arsenal replaced parts including trigger, cylinder pin and wood grips.
The barrel is a commercial grade barrel and front sight with a blue and cased color patina. A rare and historical gun. (Kopec
Letter/Colt Letter)
$7,500
Lot 27
An Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1884 inspected by D.F.C.

Colt Single Action Army - US Cavalry Revolver serial # 114181, in .45 cal. with Cavalry issue 7 ½ bbl. and 6 shot fluted
cylinder made in 1884. The barrel, frame, cylinder have all matching numbers and retains alot of its case hardened blue
finish. The frame and the barrel are marked by US Government Inspector D.F.C. (David C. Clark), the action is tight and
crisp with all 4 clicks, the bore is excellent with all the lands and grooves. Accompanied by Colt Factory letter that states
that this gun was delivered to the U.S. Government Inspector at the Colt Factory on December 31,1884 in a shipment of
150 of the same type guns. (Colt Letter )
$6,500

Lot 28
An “Engraved” Colt .44-40 Single Action Army made in 1889

Colt Single Action Army - US Cavalry Revolver serial # 128832, in .44-40 cal. with Army issue 7 ½ bbl. and 6 shot fluted cylinder
made in 1889. The barrel, frame, cylinder have all matching numbers. Accompanied by Colt Factory letter that confirms the gun was
issued in Factory Nickel finish and was shipped to Hartley & Graham, New York, NY in a shipment of 5 of the same type guns on
October 28, 1889. This Colt was latter sent back to the Colt Factory for refurbishing and was engraved by Cuno Helfritcht and fitted
with Ivory grips. This gun comes from the Gary Burghoff collection ( Colt Letter )
$11,500

all prices are NET with NO Buyer’s Premium
Lot 29
“Stag Horn” grip Colt .45 Single Action made in 1893

Colt Single Action Revolver serial #151035, in .45 cal. 4 3/4 “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1893 and has
all matching serial numbers and Colt Factory nickel finish with Stag Horn grips being a rare Civilian Model used on the Western
Frontier and in excellent condition. (Colt Letter)
$1,850

Lot 30
“American Express” Colt Lighting Double Action with Montana Shoulder Holster in 1904
Colt Lighting “American Express” Double Action Revolver serial # 151904, in Double Action Revolver “1 of 50” factory
engraved sent to American Express accompanied by its original hand tooled Shoulder Holster made by A. Furstnow,
Miles City, Montana. Al Furstnow was one of the most famous Saddleries in the Northwest his leather work used
throughout the West and he outfitted Buffalo Bill for his first Wild West Show in Paris, France, he latter trained Edward
Bohlin who became equally famous in Cody Wyoming. This .38 cal. gun was made in 1904 and is clearly marked “ Am.
Exp.” on the 4 ½” barrel . This gun was carried by a Express Agent in Montana which was still overrun with Bank and
Train robbers. Accompanied by Colt Factory letter that states this gun was Factory Engraved “ Am. Exp.” with sub-
numbers 1082-1131 and that it was in a shipment of 50 of the same type guns shipped to William Read & Sons, Boston,
Massachusetts on June 15, 1904. This great gun comes from the collection of William Mitchell of Michigan (Colt Letter)
$5,500

Lot 31
“First Generation“ Colt .38 Single Action Army made in 1896

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial # 165188, in .38 cal. WCF with 5 ½ bbl. and 6 shot fluted cylinder with transverse
cylinder pin lock made in 1896. The frame and grip straps have all matching numbers and the barrel and cylinder are
unnumbered. The barrel has a Lyman No. 4 ivory bead hunting front site and retains 75% original blue with an excellent bore. A
beautiful “First Generation” Colt SAA in near mint condition.
$6,500
Lot 32
A Factory Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1894

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #156727, in .45 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in
1894 and has all matching serial numbers, with hard rubber grips. This being a rare and early production and important
Colt SAA used on the Western Frontier and in excellent condition.
$3,250

Lot 33
A ’38-40’ Colt Single Action Army made in 1899

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #185244 in rare .38/40 cal. 4 ¾ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in
1899 and has 50% blue case-hardened finish with hard rubber grips and all matching serial numbers. This being a rare and
early centerfire production at the turn of the century in fine condition. C&R*
$2,250
Lot 34
A “Pair of Colt Single Actions” with Fancy carved grips in a ‘Bolero’ Western Belt Rig”
Colt Single Action Pair of Revolvers serial #173299 & 207415, in .45 cal. With 4 ¾ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. These guns
were made in 1897, with matching fancy carved grips in a nickel plated “Bolero” western double holster bet rig with 15 rounds
of original .45 cartridges. Each gun has all matching serial numbers. The hand carved bone grips are dyed a deep orange
together in a custom “Bolero’ western belt rig trimmed with nickel plated buckles. This being a rare and early western belt set
and very displayable.
$5,500

Lot 35
A Rare Colt .44-40 Single Action Army made in 1897

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #172419, in .44-40 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made
at the close of the century in 1897 and has all matching serial numbers. Colt hard rubber grips, with 90% blue case
hardened finish and represents the last of the Colt SAA used on the Western Frontier as well as in excellent condition.
$ 6,500
Lot 36
A “R” stamped Colt .44-40 Single Action Army made in 1897

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #174909 ‘R’, in .44-40 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot
fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1897 and has 60% blue casehardened finish with
Colt hard rubber grip. It has all matching serial numbers. This being a rare possibly
Unique ‘R’ marking after the serial number on the frame and in excellent condition.
$4,750


Lot 37
‘1 of only 96’ Colt .38 Bisley Single Action Flat Top Target revolvers made in 1900
Colt “Bisley” Single Action Flat Top Target Revolver serial # 195464, 1 of only 96 known to exist Single Action Flat
Top Target Revolver in .38 cal. (only 96 of these guns were made by Colt in this caliber) made in the year 1900 with a
standard issue 7 ½ bbl. and 6 shot fluted cylinder. The frame, cylinder and grip straps have all matching serial numbers.
The barrel has a German silver blade front sight with U notch rear sight on a flat top target frame. 2 piece checkered
Rampant Colt hard rubber grips, accompanied by Colt Factory Letter stating that this gun was shipped to H Peabody &
Co in Boston, Massachusetts for M. Hartley & Co on November 8,1900 along with 1 other of the same type gun in this
shipment” Colt made approximately 976 Bisley Flat Top Target model revolvers between 1894 and 1913, only 96 of these
were made in .38 caliber. An important rarity and an opportunity to own 1 of only 96 made. C&R* (Colt Letter)
$4,750
Lot 38
A “Nickle Plated” Colt .41 Single Action Army made in 1897

1897 in Colt Factory Nickel with Stag Horn grips and has all matching serial numbers with wood grips. This being a rare
Colt SAA used during the last days of the Western Frontier.
$2,250

Lot 39
“Custom Engraved” inlaid with ‘Gold’ - Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1901
Colt Single Action Army “Highly Engraved with Gold inlays” Revolver serial # 208040, in .45 cal. 5 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted
cylinder. This gun was made in 1901 and has all matching serial numbers. The Pearl grips are attractive and fit the gun
beautifully. Magnificently custom engraved with elaborate Gold inlays throughout, including the ejector housing which has a
unique & ornate engraved design. Initials ‘SC” are overlaid on the backstrap and the engraver placed his initials in a banner
after the serial number on the trigger guard 208040 ‘BJ’, with the ‘Colt .45’ logo on the barrel. A superb showpiece. C&R*
$17,500
Lot 40
“Steer Head Pearl Grips” Colt Single Action Army made in 1900
Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #200314 in .32/20 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made during
the turn of the Century in 1900 with magnificent carved Steer Head Pearl grips and has all matching serial numbers. This being
a rare and turn of the century production gun with a marvelous set of hand carved grips and in extra fine condition. C&R*
$4,500

Lot 41
A ‘First Generation’ Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1893

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial # 149841, in .45 cal with 5 ½ bbl and 6 shot fluted cylinder with Transverse cylinder
retaining pin. Made in 1893 it has all matching serial numbers with Rampant Colt two-piece hard rubber grips and 80% blued
finish. An excellent 1st Generation Colt Single Action Army. (Colt Letter)
$3,500
Lot 42
A “38/40” Colt Single Action Army made in 1901

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #214251, in .38/40 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1901
and has 40% blue case hardened finish with Colt hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. An attractive first year
of the 20th Century Colt Single Action. C&R*
$1,850

Lot 43
A ‘Fancy Wood Grips’ Colt Single Action Army made in 1902

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #220662 in .32/20 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made
in 1902 and has 99% Colt Factory Nickel finish with very rare fancy wood grips and has all matching serial numbers. The
beautifully carved wood grips are exceptionally nice and the bore is equally nice. There is a “Star” near the trigger which
may indicate a Colt factory refurbish. A handsome Colt Single Action in remarkable condition. C&R*
$6,500
Lot 44
A Nickel Plated Stag Horn Colt Single Action Army made in 1901
Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #215183, in .41 cal. 4 ¾ bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1901
and has 85% Colt Factory Nickle finish with fancy Stag Horn grips and has all matching serial numbers. This being a rare and
flashy Colt SAA in excellent condition. C&R*
$2,750

Lot 45
A “Nickel Plated” Colt .32/20 Single Action Army made in 1903

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #240108, in .32/20 cal. 4 ¾ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1903
and has 70% Colt Factory Nickel finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. This being a rare and important
Colt SAA in excellent condition. C&R*
$3,250
Lot 46
Early Colt .38/40 Single Action Army made in 1903

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #246463 in .38/40 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1903 and
has 85% Colt Factory case hardened blue finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. A wonderful Colt SAA
in excellent condition. C&R*
$3,250

Lot 47
A “Custom Engraved with Gold Circle Trim” Colt Single Action Army made in 1903
Colt Single Action “Highly Engraved with Gold Circle Trim” Revolver serial # 244853, in .32/20 cal. 4 3/4 “bbl. with 6 shot
fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1903 and upgraded privately, it is beautifully custom engraved with Gold circle trim
and retains 99% blue finish and has all matching serial numbers. A Showpiece in mint condition, they don’t come any
nicer than this. C&R*
$6,500

Lot 48
A Colt .38/40 Single Action Army made in 1904

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #259718, in .38/40 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in
1904 and retains 70% blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers.C&R*
$2,250
Lot 49

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #260789 in smokeless .44-40 cal. 4 ¾ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made
in 1904 and retains 40% blue casehardened finish with early ’Eagle’ hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. A very
fine example of this rare smokeless cartridge gun. C&R*
$3,250

Lot 50
A Beautifully Engraved Colt .38-40 Single Action Army made in 1906

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial # 281454, in .38-40 cal. with a 4 ¾ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in
1906 and has all matching serial numbers. The two-piece ivory grips are excellent and fit the gun perfectly. It has a beautiful after-
market custom engraving with heavy scroll work and a bright nickel 95% finish with the logo “.38 WCT” on the barrel. A Showpiece
with bright luster finish. C&R*
$12,500
Lot 51

Colt Single Action Army - Revolver serial #273808, in .32/20 cal. 5 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1906 and
retains 70% blue casehardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers and in excellent condition. C&R*
$1,950

Lot 52

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #277849, in .38/40 cal. 4 ¾ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in
1906 and retains 70% blue casehardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers.C&R*
$2,750

all prices are NET
with NO Buyer’s Premium
Lot 53
An Engraved & Nickel-Plated Colt .32-20 Single Action Army made in 1907
Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial # 288285, in .32-20 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1906
and has all matching serial numbers. The two-piece ivory grips are attractive and fit the gun which has beautiful after-market
engraving with bright nickel plating. It has the .32 WCF logo on the barrel and is a fine and attractive gun. C&R*
$9,500

Lot 54
Engraved Colt .38 Single Action Army with ‘Gold’ on Trigger & Hammer made in 1908
Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial # 306019, in .38 cal. 5 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1908 and
has all matching serial numbers. Beautiful after-market engraving with nickel plating 90% finish and fancy Pearl grips, with .38 Colt
logo on barrel and in excellent condition. The Gold wash on the Hammer & Trigger make this gun an attractive Showpiece. C&R*
$11,500
Lot 55
A Colt .38/40 Single Action Army made in 1906 with 90% original finish!
Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #286467, in .38/40 cal. 4 ¾ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1906 and
retains 90% blue casehardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. A near mint Colt SAA with letter
from Dick Reyes selling this gun in 1973 C&R* (accompanied by its Colt Factory box)
$3,750

Lot 56
An Early Colt .32/20 Single Action Army made in 1911

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #320971, in .32/20 cal. 4 ¾ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1911
and retains 75% blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. A fine gun in excellent
condition.C&R*
$1,850
Lot 57
An Early Colt .44-40 Single Action Army made in 1913

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #325266, in .44-40 cal. 4 ¾ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1913 and
retains 60% blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips. A very fine and attractive pre-WW1 Colt SAA. C&R*
$2,500
Lot 58
An Excellent Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1913

Colt Single Action Army - Revolver serial #327036, in .45 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1913 and
has 90% original blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. This being a rare and near
mint gun with a crisp action. C&R*
$3,500

Lot 59
A Beautifully Engraved & Nickel Colt “Army Special” .32-20 cal. made in 1909
Colt Army ‘Special’ Highly Engraved and Nickel - Plated Revolver serial # 310388, in .32-20 cal. and scarce 4 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot
fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1909 and has all matching serial numbers. The Steer Head Pearl grips are mint and the gun is
profusely Colt Factory engraved and in a bright Nickel with 98% finish. Appears to be unfired and has a crisp Colt logo on the barrel
with the letter ‘Z’ after the serial number on the trigger guard. A tremendous showpiece. C&R*
$8,500
Lot 60
A ‘Highly Engraved’ Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1910

Colt Single Action “Highly engraved after Cuno Helflicht” Revolver serial # 320725, in .45 cal. 4 ¾ bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder.
This gun was made in 1910 and is Highly Engraved privately with Colt Rampant Horse pattern and excellent Colt Ivory grips it has all
matching serial numbers. A Beautiful Colt SAA. C&R*
$5,500

Lot 61

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #328095, in .32/20 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1914 and
retains 85% blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers and in excellent condition. C&R*
(Colt Letter)
$3,500
Lot 62
An Early Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1915

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #330869, in .45 cal. 4 ¾ “bbl. with Very Rare long 6 shot fluted cylinder used in Colt Single
Actions serial number range 330001 to 331480. This gun was made in 1915 with 50% blue case hardened finish and hard rubber
grips and has all matching serial numbers. C&R*
$3,500
Lot 63

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #333170, in .45 cal. 4 ¾ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1916
and retains 65% blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. Scarce and in excellent
condition. C&R*
$2,500

Lot 64
Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #339683, in .45 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1920 and
retains 90% blue case hardened finish and hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. A fine gun and in excellent near
mint condition. C&R*
$3,850
Lot 65

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #337636, in .32/20 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in
1919 with blue case hardened finish and hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. Good condition C&R*
$1,250

Lot 66

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #341608, in .38/40 cal. 4 ¾ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder.
This gun was made in 1921 and retains 80% blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips and
has all matching serial numbers. A very fine gun and in excellent condition. C&R*
$2,750
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Lot 67
Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1922 with “Eagle & Buffalo” grips
Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #343951, in .45 cal. 4 ¾ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1922 and
retains 80% blue case hardened finish with magnificent carved Ivory carved grips depicting “Eagle & Buffalo” and has all matching
serial numbers. A showpiece and in excellent condition. C&R*
$3,750

Lot 68
A ‘Perfect’ Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1920

1920 and retains 90% original blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. This
being rare Colt SAA in mint condition C&R*
$5,250
Lot 69
Rare “1 of only 24 made for Russian .44 SW” Colt Single Action Army
made in 1920 and shipped to Shreveport, Louisiana
Colt Single Action Revolver made for Russian & .44 S & W Special cal. serial #340948, in .44 S&W cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted
cylinder with Colt Inspector marking ‘X’ above the firing pin hole. This gun was made in 1920 with blue case hardened finish and
hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. A very rare gun in this elusive caliber with a 1965 Colt Letter stating that is
was shipped to Thomas Ogilvie Hardware in Shreveport, Louisiana on September 8, 1920 and just this gun in the shipment. C&R*
( accompanied by 1965 Colt Letter)
$3,750

Lot 70
A Colt .44-40 Single Action Army made in 1923 with Pearl grips
Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #344667, in .44-40 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1923 and
retains 90% original blue case hardened finish with Beautiful Pearl grips and has all matching serial numbers. Very attractive and in
excellent condition. C&R*
$4,250
Lot 71
An “Eagle Grip” Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1922

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #344285, in .45 cal. 5 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1922 and
retains 90% original blue case hardened finish. It has all matching serial numbers. A striking showpiece and in excellent condition.
C&R*
$3,250

Lot 72
A ‘Mint’ Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1926

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial # 348964 in .45 cal. 5 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This
gun was made in 1926 and retains 99% original blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips
and has all matching serial. They just don’t come any better than this ! A mint Colt SAA. C&R*
$5,500
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Lot 73

Colt Single Action Army Revolver serial #348368, in .38/40 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1926
and retains 95% original blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. A mint Colt SAA
showpiece. C&R*
$4,750

Lot 74

Colt Single Action Army Number Revolver serial #349458 in .45 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1926
and retains 80% original blue case hardened finish with ivory grips and has all matching serial numbers. A Superb gun C&R*
$3,750
Lot 75
An Exceptional’ Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1927

Colt Single Action Revolver serial # 350633, in .45 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1927 and retains
90% original blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. The accompanying Colt Letter
confirms the configuration of this excellent gun, it was sold to Weed & Co. in Buffalo, NY and shipped to Kremer-Dansley Gun Corp.
on August 15, 1927 and was the only gun in this shipment. Beautiful condition C&R* (accompanied by 1969 Colt Letter)
$4,250

Lot 76
‘1 of only 1325” Colt .38 Single Actions made in 1927

Colt Single Action 1 of 1325 made in .38 caliber Revolver serial #350115, in .38 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun
was made in 1927 and retains 90% original blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers.
This being a rare Colt SAA chambered in .38 Colt caliber and in near mint condition accompanied by Colt Letter confirming this
gun and that is was shipped to Rice & Miller Bangor, Maine on February 14, 1927 and was the only gun in the shipment. C&R*
$6,500

Lot 77
A ‘Pristine’ Colt .45 Single Action Army

made in 1928
Colt Single Action Revolver serial # 352055,
in .38/40 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in
1928 and retains 99% of its original Colt Factory Nickel plating with hard
rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. This being a rare and
mint condition factory nickel Colt SAA, a Showpiece in every aspect. C&R*
$6,500
Lot 78
A Colt .45 Single Action Army

made in 1928 with Colt Letter
Colt Single Action Revolver serial # 352237, in .45 cal. 5 ½ “bbl.
with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1928 and retains
90% of its original blue case hardened finish with wood grips
and has all matching serial numbers. The Colt letter accurately
confirms the configuration of this gun, it was sold to Marshall
Wells Co. in Duluth, Minnesota and shipped to Northern Hardware
Co in Memonie, Wisconsin on January 2, 1928 , and it was the
only gun in this shipment. Excellent condition throughout. C&R*
$4,250

Lot 79
‘Chief of Police Beaumont, Texas - Colt .44 Special’ - Single Action Army made in 1929
Colt Single Action Revolver 1 of only 506 made in .44 Special serial # 353480, for the Chief of Police, Beaumont, Texas with his
Silver Badge, in .44 Special cal. 4 ¾ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made and shipped in 1937 to Beaumont,
Texas and still retains 95% original blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. A dual
rarity as chambered in the .44 Special caliber and sent from the Colt Factory to the Chief of Police L. Maddos, City of Beaumont,
Texas October 12, 1937 with 13 of the same type guns in this shipment to the Beaumont Police Department just before WWII. Colt
Firearms supervisor R. H. Wagner goes on to list the other 12 guns in this shipment by serial number in Chronological order. A mint
as well as historical Colt SAA still doing duty on the Texas frontier and in excellent condition. C&R* (accompanied by 1967 Colt
Letter)
$8,500
Lot 80
“1 of only 82” made in .38 Special - Colt Single Action Army made in 1929
Colt Single Action Revolver 1 of only 82 made in .38 Special serial # 352884, in .38 Special cal. 5 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder.
This gun was made in 1929 and retains 90% of its original blue case hardened finish with excellent Ivory/WM grips and has all
matching serial numbers. A Very Rare gun in excellent condition. C&R*
$5,500

Lot 81
An Excellent Colt .45 Single Action Army

made in 1929
Colt Single Action Revolver serial # 352874, in .45 cal. 5 ½ “bbl. with 6
shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1929 and retains 90% original
blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching
serial numbers. A remarkable Colt SAA in excellent condition throughout.
C&R*
$3,500
Lot 82

Colt Single Action Revolver serial # 354902, in .45 cal. 5 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made during
the height of the Depression in 1933 and retains 85% original case hardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all
matching serial numbers. The Colt letter confirms the configuration of this gun. An excellent Colt SAA made during the
height of the Depression when money was scarce. C&R* (accompanied by 1963 Colt Letter)
$3,500

Lot 83
A “Factory New” Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1936

with original Colt Box & Target shipped to Fort Worth, Texas
Colt Single Action Revolver serial # 355571, in .45 cal. 5 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1936 and is as
New with 99% original blue case hardened finish and hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. The Colt letter is
addressed to Morgan’s Gun Shop in Fort Worth, Texas confirming the configuration of this gun and stating that it was in a shipment
of 15 of the same type of guns shipped to Wolf & Klar in Fort Worth, Texas on June 16, 1936 the letter has a additional note typed
at bottom “This gun is Factory New – unfired. Complete with original carton & target GHC”. An amazing gun & history. C&R*
$8,500
Lot 84

95% original blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. The Colt letter confirms the
configuration of this gun and that it was 1 of 2 of the same type guns shipped to L.J. Eppinger in Detroit, Michigan November 29,
1935. An excellent Colt SAA made during the height of the Depression when money was scarce and ownership of gold was banned!
C&R* (accompanied by 1963 Colt Letter)
$5,250

Lot 85
A “Pre-War” Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1939

99% original blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. The Colt letter confirms this
configuration and states that it was shipped to H & D Folsom Arms Company, New York, New York on October 29, 1940. A superb
Colt SAA made on the eve of World War II. C&R* (accompanied by 1972 Colt Letter)
$6,500
Lot 86
A Factory “Nickel-Plated” Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1937

90% original nickel finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. The Colt letter confirms this configuration and
states that the gun was shipped to H & D Folsom Arms Co. New York, N.Y. on July 12, 1939. An excellent and attractive Colt SAA.
$6,500

Lot 87
An Early .357 Magnum Colt Single Action Army 1 of only 625 made in 1938 – King Sites
Colt Single Action Revolver the 1st .357 Magnum Revolver made by Colt serial # 356751, in .357 Magnum cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with
6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1938 and retains 85% original blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips
and has all matching serial numbers. This was the most powerful gun developed by Colt after the Colt Walker which was made
almost a 100 years before this model. The Colt letter confirms this .357 configuration and states that this gun was shipped
to King Gun Sight Company in San Francisco, California on December 12, 1939 where King upgraded this gun with Target
Sites. Accompanied by an additional letter written by gun dealer Robert Elz May 8, 1968 documenting that he bought the gun
from the original owner of 1939 and confirming that it was upgraded by King Sites “The Factory sent the gun to the King Site
Co. in San Francisco to install complete King Job with VR reflector front sight and click rear sights”. A well documented 1st
year of production of the famous .357 magnum Colt SAA which became the most popular caliber gun for generations. C&R*
$9,500
Lot 88
A Rare Colt .455 ELEY Single Action Army sent to England Lend Lease program in 1940
Colt Single Action Army in .455 Eley, a WWII Lend Lease Revolver serial # 314274, in the rare .455 Eley British cal. 7 ½ “bbl.
with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1940 and became part of the WWII Lend Lease program to British Government
initiated by President FDR. Shipped by Colt Factory to the British Purchasing Commission in 1940, and retains 90% original blue
case hardened finish with wood grips with lanyard loop and has all matching serial numbers. A wonderful WWII gun given to the
British Army during the Battle of Britain, when the Nazi’s attempted to conquer England. C&R*
$3,500

Lot 89
An Early World War II Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1940
Colt Single Action early WWII Revolver serial # 357367 in .45 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1940
and retains 99% original factory nickel finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial. A superb as new Colt WWII SAA.
$7,500
Lot 90
An Early WWII Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1940

Colt Single Action early WW II Revolver serial # 357389, in .45 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in
1940 and retains 99% blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial. A Rare and as new Colt WWII
SAA. C&R*
$6,500

Lot 91
The “Last Colt .45” Single Action Army made in 1940 – The End of an Era’
Colt “The Last” Single Action Revolver serial # 357551 - One of the last Single Actions ever made, in .45 cal. 5 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot
fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1940 and retains 99% original blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips blue and
has all matching serial numbers. The Colt letter confirms the configuration of this gun and states “This is one of a group of last
six numbered Single Actions manufactured by Colt” and is signed by M.S. Huber Colt Factory Historian, he goes on to state that
the last serial number was #357859 and that the parts for this gun were manufactured by Colt just before WWII and assembled in
1948, this gun was presented in a beautiful custom Colt wood case to W.C. Stauble, Elmwood, Connecticut on February 4, 1955.
An opportunity to complete a collection of Colt SAA from 1873 through 1940. (accompanied by 1974 Colt Letter with an additional
note that Mr. Stauble was friends with Officers of the Colt Company and that this gun was presented to him as a gift in 1948 – in a
custom Colt Factory wood case) Unique C&R*
$9,500
Lot 92
An Early WW II Colt .38-20 Army made in 1940 and shipped to England

Colt Army “WWII Lend Lease” Revolver serial # 367799 British serial # 5404, in .38-200 cal. 5 “bbl. with British proof markings with
6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1940 and sent during the early WWII Lend Lease program to the British Government
shipped by Colt Factory to the British Purchasing Commission in 1940, retains 95% blue case hardened finish and has all matching
serial numbers. A wonderful military gun of which very few made it back to the United States after WWII. C&R*
$1,250

Lot 93
An Early Colt “Second Generation” .357 Single Action Army made in 1963
Colt Single Action Army – “Second Generation” .357 Magnum Revolver serial # 39684 SA, in .357 Magnum cal. 4 ¾ “bbl.
with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1963 and retains 98% original Factory Nickel finish with hard rubber
grips and has all matching serial numbers. C&R*
$1,750
Lot 94
A “Second Generation” Colt .357 Single Action Army made in 1973

Colt Single Action Army – “Second Generation” .357 Magnum Revolver serial # 62967 SA, in .357 cal. 4 ¾ “bbl. with 6
shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1973 and is like New with 99% original blue case hardened finish with hard
rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. C&R*
$1,750

Lot 95
‘1 of only 82’ Colt .38 Special Army made 1940 for WWII British Lend Lease
Colt Army Revolver “1 of only 82 made in .38 Special” serial # 357731, British Lend Lease program and was part of a total of 163
guns that were shipped by Colt Factory to the British Purchasing Commission in 1940, British barrel marking off center but clear, in
.38 Special cal. 5 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1940 and retains 99% original blue case hardened finish
with hard rubber grips and has all matching serial numbers. A historical gun in mint condition, produced just before WWII and sent
to England in President FDR’s Lend Lease program of military supplies to aide England in their War Effort against Nazi Germany
when England was under aerial siege and bombardment during the Battle of Britain. This mint condition .38 Special is among the
rarest guns sent to England being 1 of only 82 made, few of which ever came back to the United States after the war. A Historical
Showpiece. C&R*
$9,500
Lot 96
An Early Colt “Second Generation” .45 Single Action Army made in 1957
Colt Single Action Army – “Second Generation” .45 Revolver serial # 12616 SA, in .45 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted
cylinder. This gun was made in 1957 and retains 98% original blue case hardened finish with hard rubber grips and has
all matching serial numbers. An Early and mint Second Generation Colt SAA. C&R*
$1,500

Lot 97
State of Alabama ‘Gold & Silver’ Colt Single Action Army ‘matched pair’ made in 1969
Colt Single Action Army – “State of Alabama” consecutive serial numbered “Second Generation” Cased Revolvers serial # 1073 &
1074 SA, in .22 cal. 5 “ bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. These consecutive numbered guns are beautifully made in a Gold & Silver
finish 100% finish intact, they were made in 1969 celebration of the 150th Anniversary of Alabama Statehood. With Colt ivory grips
they have all matching and consecutive serial numbers. A Beautiful matched pair of “Gold & Silver” Colts for the State of Alabama
both are in Colt leather cases with the Alabama State Flag on top. C&R*
( the pair of both Colts – cased)
$2,500
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Lot 98
A “Sheriff’s Model” Colt .44-40 Single Action Army made in 1975

Colt Single Action “Sheriffs Model” cased with Extra .44 cal. cylinder and Silver Badge “Second Generation” Revolver serial #
70163 SA, in .44-40 & 44 Special cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1975 and retains 100% original
Nickle finish with Colt Ivory grips and has all matching serial numbers. A beautiful set, cased. C&R*
$1,250
Lot 99
A “Cut-Away Model” Colt “Second Generation” .45 Single Action Army made in 1964
Colt Single Action Army – “Second Generation” .45 Revolver serial # 39684 SA, in .45 cal. 4 ¾ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This
gun was made in 1964 and retains 99% original Nickel finish with wood grips and has all matching serial numbers on. The famous
“Skeletonized Model” made by the Colt Factory an excellent display.
$1,250

Lot 100
A Rare ‘Colt Lightning’ .44 cal. Rifle Highly Engraved

Identical to Buffalo Bill’s Shipped to Portland, Oregon in 1885
Colt Lightning Rifle, Highly Engraved & Nickel plated by Colt serial # 5998 in .44 cal. 26 inch octagon barrel, the Colt Factory
engraving is attributed to Cuno Helfricht with a fancy checkered pistol grip and highly finished stock, and Colt Factory 95%
Nickel finish. A special Rampant Colt is engraved just behind the injection port of the top portion of the frame. This “Deluxe
Model’ rifle illustrates an engraved panel scene of a Cowboy roping a Buffalo that is similar to this same type rifle that was
presented to W.F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody by the Colt Factory, perhaps the scene depicts Cody himself roping a Buffalo (Burgess
#285). A remarkable and superb Showpiece, this model of Colt is missing in the finest collections. Accompanied by Colt letter
stating that this rifle was shipped to Portland, Oregon in 1885 direct from Colt this being a Special Order and expensive gun at
the time in 1885. The Best ! (Colt Letter)
$37,500

Lot 101
A Colt “Deluxe” 10 gauge Revolving Shotgun –

Model 1855
Colt Revolving Shotgun Deluxe’ Model 1855 serial # 696,
in 10 gauge with a deluxe checkered & highly finished
walnut stock and revolving cylinder only 1100 of these rare
guns were produced by Colt in varying calibers of 10, 12 &
20 gauge revolving shotguns which led the way to the Colt
Revolving rifle of Civil War fame. An important Colt rarity in
Very fine condition.
$27,500

“Engraved Henry Rifle” made in 1864
Discovered in a Confederate soldier’s estate in South Carolina
A Magnificent Factory Engraved Henry made in 1864

discovered in South Carolina
Lot 102
Henry Rifle – Beautifully ‘Factory Engraved’ during the height of the Civil War in the style of Hogsdon serial # 5349 in .44 cal. rim
fire 15 rd magazine, made in 1864 with excellent original patina showing traces of silver-plating. This gun shows profuse engraving
to most all of the brass surfaces including the butt plate which is unusual, it is engraved in the style of Hogsdon who was one of
two engravers at the Henry Factory. Discovered near Greenville, SC from a family that were descendants of a Confederate soldier,
it is known that Henry Rifles were highly prized captures by Confederate Soldiers, and Henry cartridges are regularly discovered
in Confederate campsites in and around the Battle of Atlanta areas. This rare gun still retains its original cleaning rod that is inside
the engraved butt plate, and all markings are well struck and clear.
An outstanding Henry Rifle, Factory Engraved recently discovered and completely original, never before on the market and an
excellent opportunity to own one of the most famous guns in American History, the Confederates referred to it as the gun that
could shoot all day. (accompanied by Letter from John Sexton who discovered this gun in South Carolina)
$55,000

Lot 103
An Early Winchester 66’ Yellow Boy Rifle .44 cal. used at “Lone Mountain”
Winchester 66’ Lever Action Repeating Rifle serial # 43110, in .44 cal. “bbl. with 15 shot magazine. This gun has “Lone Mountain”
with 14 notches carved into the shoulder stock. It has all matching serial numbers and an important Winchester used on the
Western Frontier and in excellent condition.
$12,500
Lot 104
An Early Winchester 66’ Musket with Bayonet .44 cal. in Excellent Condition
Winchester 66’ “Musket & Bayonet” serial # 76118, in .44 rim fire cal. 27” round barrel with 15 shot magazine. This gun has all
matching serial numbers the wood stock is in excellent condition as is the gun and the near mint matching bayonet. This being a
rare and early production Winchester Musket used on the Western Frontier and in excellent condition.
$12,500

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Lot 105
An Early Henry Rifle .44 made in 1864 discovered in Canada

Henry Rifle discovered in Canada serial # 6360, in .44 cal. rim fire 15 rd magazine, made in 1864 with excellent original patina.
This rare gun was discovered in Ontario, Canada in a Hunting Lodge that a family had owned for several generations. It is known
that Henry Rifles were highly prized and privately owned by Civil War Soldiers, including those that latter went to Canada where
this gun was recently discovered and purchased from a family that had owned it for 4 generations. Excellent condition and
untouched patina.
$27,500
Lot 106
An Early Henry Repeating Rifle .44 cal.

used in the Battle of Atlanta in 1864
Henry Rifle used in the Battle of Atlanta serial
# 3517, in .44 cal. rim fire 15 rd magazine,
made in 1863 with excellent original patina.
This rare gun was used by a soldier in the 97th
Illinois Regiment, Company F. who were known
to have purchased a large number of Henry
Repeating Rifles that they carried into battle
at Atlanta, Georgia. A rare Henry Rifle and a
cornerstone to a Civil War collection ‘The gun
that could shoot all Day’
$22,500

Lot 107
An Early Winchester 2nd Model 1873 Rifle in .38-40 caliber

Winchester 2nd Model 1873 Lever-Action Repeating Rifle serial # 345375B, in .38-40 cal. 15 rd. magazine. This gun
has all matching serial numbers and is in remarkably fine condition and retains 75% original finish and the wood sock
is excellent. The Winchester 73’ along with the Colt .45 were known as the guns that ‘Won the West’. A Superb gun in
remarkably fine condition
$4,500

Lot 108
An Engraved Winchester 66’ Saddle Ring

Carbine .44 Lever Action
Winchester 66’ Factory Engraved Saddle Ring
Carbine serial # 103401, in .44 cal. bbl. with 15 shot
magazine. This gun has the Eagle & Rattlesnake,
Mexico National Emblem engraved on the flat of the
receiver, done at the factory for the Mexican market
and has all matching serial numbers. This being
a rare and engraved 66’ Saddle Ring carbine in
excellent condition.
$12,500

Gold Plated Winchester to Will Rogers
1st Prize in a Shooting Match
Beautifully Cased Special Order With Two Barrels
A Magnificent ‘Gold Plated’ 2 barrel Deluxe Winchester 94’ presented to Will Rogers
Lot 109
Winchester Model 94’ “Deluxe” Gold Plated - Cased & Presented to “Will Rogers” in 1920
Special Order Winchester Model 94’ Take Down serial # 880539 with a Fancy Gold plated Schutzen Butt Stock with Deluxe Wood
and Checkering. 2 Engraved barrels with fitted Gold inlay and Gold wash Caps and Deluxe Factory Wood Grips and Checkering.
One Barrel is 38 x 55 cal. W.C.F. all Octagon. The other Barrel is 30 cal. W.C.F. ½ Octagon and ½ Round. The bores on both barrels
are about new. The receiver is Factory Engraved with a Gold Wash. The screws and loading gate are bright blue. The receiver
does show very minor wear, as you can see evidence of cartridge insertion on the gold wash around the loading gate door. The
Hammer and Cocking Lever are both Engraved by the same hand and are Color Case Hardened, showing almost little or no wear.
The adjustable Set Trigger is Bright Blue again showing little or no wear. The Rear Sight was a special order as were the front
Sights on both barrels they were all Case Hardened and Blued. A famous American hero Will Rogers was renowned for his political
commentaries, he was the first to do so in American History, and he was also the first newsman to travel across America by airplane
with Speaking engagements from coast to coast, he flew around the world 3 times, starred in over 70 movies becoming Americas
first Movie Star. A man of many talents and beloved by the American people. His talents crossed every area of News, Radio, Movies,
and Vaudeville. He was from the Cherokee Nation, Indian Territory (present day Oklahoma) and was a Cowboy his entire life using
his Western wit to win the hearts of everyone he came into contact with. A Superb “Deluxe” Winchester Rifle that was given to a
Great American.
$42,500

Lot 110
Early Smith & Wesson Frontier .44-40 Single Action Army

made in 1885 inlaid with Beads and notched
Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Frontier Single Action “Only 1286 were Made in this variation with long flutes on the cylinder
’’serial # 577, in .44-40 cal. with Army issue 6” bbl. mounted with a short ejector housing and having pinned semi-circular front
sight. The barrel has 2 line address “Smith & Wesson Springfield, Mass. U.S.A. Pat’d” with various dates ending in 1880. 6 shot
fluted cylinder with length of 1 9/16” and 2 piece checkered hard rubber grips inlaid with Indian seed beads in a nice design with
drilled hole at butt for lanyard attachment. A scarce low serial number New Model No. 3 gun westernized with beads and three
notches.
$2,500
Lot 111
A “Wells Fargo Express” .45 Single Action 2nd Model Shofield
Smith & Wesson 2nd Model Schofield “Wells Fargo Express” Single Action Revolver serial # 3043 in .45 S&W cal. With 4 3/4
bbl. with rib and semi-circular front sight and 6 shot fluted cylinder. The left side of the barrel is clearly stamped “ W.F. & Co. Ex.”
forward of the serial number. Knurled barrel catch having a oval scooped center section with 2 piece walnut grips with 4 hash
marks on the butt of the grip carved by the Express man that carried this gun while guarding shipments from Outlaws and Train
Robbers. A scarce Wells Fargo Agents gun one out of a 200 gun contract
$4,500

Lot 112
An Early “Third Model Russian” S & W .44 Single Action Army

Smith & Wesson No. 3 Third Model Russian Revolver serial # 48265, in .44 S&W Russian cal. with 6 ½ bbl. on the top of the barrel
is the S & W address with the patent dates and the Russian Model 3. The bluing on the gun is 95% and the case hardening on the
hammer and the spurred trigger guard are also 95%. The 2 piece walnut grips with lanyard ring are marked on the butt with factory
rework star and inside the left grip is marked with the rework date “5.19”. An excellent gun with a bright bore and lots of finish,
accompanied by Smith & Wesson factory letter stating that only 3000 of these models were sold through commercial channels, the
others were military and sold to armies of either Turkey,Japan or Russia. Included is a lengthy S&W Factory letter giving a detailed
description of how the Russian Government originally ordered these guns and that the Russians often referred to as their “Cavalry
Model”. This gun was shipped from the S&W Factory November 3, 1877 to M.W. Robinson Co. New York, NY who were Smith &
Wesson’s largest distributor and that this gun was re-finished by S & W in June 1919. An excellent opportunity to own a great gun
with an equally great history.
$5,500
Lot 113
A Winchester Model 1894 sold

in Colorado by “JP Lower &
Sons of Denver”
Winchester 94’ Lever Action serial
# 301637, in .32 cal. Winchester
special. The barrel is ½ octagon and
½ round. The bore is bright with all
lands and groves showing. A good
80% of the blue finish remains. Both
the front and rear sights are optional
Lyman manufacture. The wood is
all original and shows honest wear,
this rifle was sold by J.P. Lower &
Sons, Denver, Colorado they were
Winchesters largest distributor in
the Rocky Mountains. Their logo is
stamped on either side of the front
receiver. This rifle comes with a
Winchester Letter
$2,250

Lot 114
An Early ‘Wells Fargo Express Company’ 12 gauge Shot Gun and Express Badges ca. 1900
Wells Fargo Express ‘Violin Cased Shotgun’ New Orleans, Louisiana with Badges serial #9931. This Double Barrel Shot Gun
and accoutrements belonged to Frank Walker who in November of 1909 was messenger # 59 employed by Wells Fargo & Co.
Express in New Orleans at all waterfront piers. This is documented on his Water Front Pass. I.D. which is included with this
interesting grouping. Also included is his # 59 Messenger hat badge, his messenger # 59 ink stamp, his vintage Billy Club Slap,
and his W F& Co card case. The shot gun was made by Neumann Bros. Located in Liege, Belgium who were renown for their
high-quality shot guns from 1860 to 1930. The shot gun is made of cast steel with 38 ½ double barrels in 12 gauge, still in the
case which also holds a cleaning rod and in the smaller compartments are screw drivers, small picks, and old oilier. The bores
show some wear and are bright and the gun fits very nicely in the case and it is obvious by the wear that this set has been
together for at least 100 years. The bluing is turning a slightly brown, the stock has a few age crazes and one small area shows
a repair with 2 small nails. A Very Fine “Wells Fargo” Express Agent intact set
$4,500
Lot 115
Smith & Wesson 3rd Model Target with matching Stock Serial # 571. Caliber .38 Made in 1887
Smith & Wesson 3rd Model target with matching Shoulder Stock serial # 571. In August of 1953 S & W refurbished this gun
and its matching stock, this is indicated by a five-pointed star on the butt of the gun and under the left grip is stamped 8-53
verifying the year of refurbish. The bore is in excellent condition, bright and shiny with all lands and grooves visible. The trigger
guard and hammer are case hardened. Both the gun and the stock show 99% bluing. The grips show little or no wear. The
wooden shoulder stock shows all of the grain and coloring. The butt cap on the stock is about new. This is a highly collectible
gun in top condition from the first year of manufacture. From the famous Smith & Wesson collection of Dr. Harry Shepard,
Richmond, Virginia.
$8,500

Lot 116
An Engraved & Cased 2nd Model S&W .45 Single Action Army with Shoulder Stock
Smith & Wesson 2nd Model Schofield ‘Factory Engraved & Nickel Plated’ with Shoulder Stock serial # 352 on cylinder, in .45 cal.
with 7 ½ bbl and 6 shot cylinder cased with cartridge box and tools and the matching nickel finish shoulder stock serial # 40401.
This being a rare highly engraved and customized 2nd Model S & W used on the Western Frontier gun in fine condition. Cased
with original ammunition printed box.
$7,500
Lot 117
An “Egyptian Export” Remington .44 cal. Model 1875 Single Action Army
Remington Egyptian Contract Model 1875 Army Revolver serial # 1137 with ‘Star’ on barrel, in .44 RCF cal. 7 ½ bbl. and 6 shot
fluted cylinder with 85% blue case hardened finish and two-piece walnut grips. The bore shows light wear and is bright with all
of the lands and groves highly visible. The Remington Model 1875 Single Action Army revolver has the distinctive web on the
underside of the ejector housing and factory lanyard loop on the butt. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the one-line legend
“E. REMINGTON & SONS. ILION. N.Y. U.S.A.” reading from the breech to the bore. The serial number is stamped on the lower left
side of the frame beneath the grip. Each of the grips are stamped with the last 3 digits of the serial number 137.This revolver is one
of the Model 1875 Revolvers purchased by the Egyptian government and has the distinctive markings found on Egyptian contract
revolvers. The left side of the barrel is marked with a five-pointed star near the junction with the receiver and “R” is stamped on the
left side of the receiver near the edge of the barrel. The Egyptian government contracted for delivery of 10,000 of these guns, but
very few were produced and delivered due to debts owed by the Egyptian Government to Remington Firearms for the Rolling Block
rifles the Egyptians had also ordered for their armies. This is a high quality and hard to find example of a low production Egyptian
contract model 1875.
$5,500

Lot 118
An Early Cased Remington .44 Single Action Army made in 1865

Remington “New Model” cased Army Revolver serial # 79752, with US Government Inspectors marking on the barrel and frame,
cartouche on the left wood grip. .44 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot cylinder and blue and cased hardened finish. This gun was made in
1865 and has all matching numbers. The bore and the cylinder show no evidence that this gun has ever been fired. The bluing
was 99% but on the right side of the barrel something has spilled on the blue and it shows bluing loss. The bullet mold, powder
horn, cap box, and lead ball are all original and of the period. The case is not thought to be of the period. This is an original 1865
unfired gun, one of a kind !
$5,500

Lot 119
Near Mint Colt .45 Single Action Army

made in 1891 inspected by Rinaldo Carr
Colt Single Action Army - US Cavalry Revolver serial # 137578, inspected
‘R.A.C.’ by US Government Inspector Rinaldo A. Carr in .45 cal. 7 ½ “bbl.
with 6 shot fluted cylinder and retains 95% original blue and casehardened
finish. This gun was made in 1891 and has all matching serial numbers
and inspector markings including ‘RAC’ military cartouche on both sides
of the one-piece walnut wood grips. The bore is bright and shinny with all
the lands and grooves visible, the action is sharp & crisp. Accompanied by
a Colt Letter confirming the configuration of this Superb gun in excellent
condition. (Colt Letter)
$42,500

Lot 120
An Early Mint Condition Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1874 inspected by Ainsworth
Colt Single Action Army- early US Cavalry Revolver serial # 9172, inspected ‘A’ by US Government Inspector O.W.
Ainsworth in .45 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made in 1874 and has all matching serial
numbers, the one-piece wood grips have Ainsworth’s military cartouche and the cylinder & bore are about new with very
little evidence of firing. A wonderful military gun, Ainsworth was the ordnance sub-inspector at the Colt factory for the
first 13 months (Oct. 1873 to Nov. 1874) of the Single Action Army’s 1st production. It was Ainsworth who inspected the
Colts used by Col. G.A. Custer’s 7th Cavalry at the Battle of the Little Bighorn. This being a rare and early production and
important Colt SAA in near mint condition, possibly issued to a State Militia.
$42,500

“Roy Rogers” Colt Single Action made in 1878
Which he sent to Colt to be refurbished in 1964 And a favorite gun of Roy Rogers
Lot 121
An Early Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1878 owned by Movie Star Roy Rogers
Colt Single Action Army US Cavalry Revolver serial # 43304, in .44-40 cal. 7 ½ “bbl. with 6 shot fluted cylinder. This gun was made
in 1878 and has all matching serial numbers, it was originally shipped from the Colt Factory on February 14, 1878 in a shipment
of 50 similar guns to Spies Kissam & Co, N.Y. It survived out west until almost a hundred years later when the famous entertainer
and cowboy Roy Rogers bought it and sent it back to Colt in 1964 to refurbish it, Colt shipped it back to Roy Rogers 3 years
latter to his Double R Bar Ranch in California where it remained in his collection until Roy Rogers traded it to another famous
entertainer and fellow Colt collector Mel Torme. A remarkable gun in as new condition, with an unusual Colt custom etched panel
on the barrel “Colt Frontier Six Shooter” done to impress Roy Rogers who; at that time was the most famous Western entertainer
in America. The Colt refurbish is perfect in every respect, the case hardened blue finish is 100% new the bore is bright along with
the wood grips which are equally mint. Still on its black powder frame of 1878 a Showpiece of Colt History. (accompanied by 2 Colt
Letters, to Mel Torme regarding Roy Rogers in 1964, current owner about the guns 1878 production)
$16,500

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Colt Collection of Single Action Revolvers

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W. F. ‘Buffalo’ Bill Cody – Engraved Presentation

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An Early Colt .45 Single Action Army

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“Buntline Special” with a 16 Inch Barrel

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An Early Colt “Stembridge” .45 Single Action

A “Frontier Six Shooter” 1st Year in Colt

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An “Indian Scout” Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1883

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An “Artillery” Colt .45 Single Action

A ‘Texas Ranger’ Colt .45 Single Action Army

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Colt Single Action Army in the Rare .22 caliber

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An Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1884 inspected by D.F.C.

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An “Engraved” Colt .44-40 Single Action Army made in 1889

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“Stag Horn” grip Colt .45 Single Action made in 1893

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“First Generation“ Colt .38 Single Action Army made in 1896

A Factory Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1894

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A ’38-40’ Colt Single Action Army made in 1899

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A Rare Colt .44-40 Single Action Army made in 1897

A “R” stamped Colt .44-40 Single Action Army made in 1897

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A “Nickle Plated” Colt .41 Single Action Army made in 1897

26 | The Colt Collection by Gary Hendershott • Catalog 175 • www.garyhendershott.net

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A ‘First Generation’ Colt .45 Single Action Army made in 1893

A “38/40” Colt Single Action Army made in 1901

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A ‘Fancy Wood Grips’ Colt Single Action Army made in 1902

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A “Nickel Plated” Colt .32/20 Single Action Army made in 1903

Early Colt .38/40 Single Action Army made in 1903

30 | The Colt Collection by Gary Hendershott • Catalog 175 • www.garyhendershott.net

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A Colt .38/40 Single Action Army made in 1904