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Rare Colt Model 1871-1872 Open Top Single Action Revolver

The Model 1871-1872 was the first non-conversion Colt cartridge revolver, and was a direct predecessor of the wildly successful Single Action Army. The top of the barrel is marked "-- ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW - YORK U.S. AMERICA --", the left side of the frame is marked with the two July 1871 and 1872 patent dates, the cylinder is roll engraved with the Texas naval scene and "COLTS PATENT No "898" and the complete serial number "1898" is marked on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, grip and back strap. The loading gate is numbered with assembly number "760", which also be seen on the Arbor pin and underside frame, all matching. 

This beautiful revolver has stil 15% plus original fabrik blue with the balance a brown patina. The frame and hammer has some casehardened finish with the balance mainly shadows of the attractive original case colored pattern. The cylinder scene is 100% visible. The grip is very good with a few minor repairs. The markings are very clear. The action is excellent.

Collection MS Antique Firearms 

Rare Colt Model 1860 Fluted Army Percussion Revolver, purchased by the US Navy, with a Colt Factory Letter. 

This is an outstanding early‑production Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver features the highly desirable 4‑screw frame, 8‑inch barrel, and the scarce full fluted cylinder, a short‑lived design abandoned early in production and now prized among advanced Colt collectors.

Accompanied by a Colt Factory Letter, this revolver is confirmed as having been shipped on May 9, 1861, to the Commanding Officer, U.S. Navy Yard, New York, placing it among the very limited number of fluted‑cylinder 1860 Armies purchased by the U.S. Navy at the outbreak of the Civil War.

The Navy ordered only a few hundred of these early fluted Army models, and most are believed to have been issued to vessels of the Union blockade, where harsh maritime service severely reduced survival rates. Documented Navy‑shipped fluted examples in fine, fully matching condition are exceptionally scarce.

This revolver is 100% matching, including the cylinder, wedge, grip, and arbor pin. The barrel and cylinder exhibit a deep, even brown and darkening patina with traces of original Army blue visible in the rebated areas of the cylinder, within the flutes, and in protected recesses of the barrel and backstrap. The grip is in very fine condition, retaining nearly all of its original oil finish with excellent surface character. The trigger guard and backstrap show untouched brass, never having been silver‑plated, exactly as expected for early martial production. Mechanically, the revolver is excellent, with strong, crisp action.

A superb, fully matching, mechanically excellent example of an early fluted‑cylinder Colt 1860 Army with documented U.S. Navy shipment—an exceptional and historically significant revolver for the advanced Colt, Civil War, or U.S. martial arms collection.

Collection MS Antique Firearms 

Colt Model 1851 Navy, 3rd Model, British Export, Iron Grip Frame, Factory Stock-Cut, Matching Double-Numbered Shoulder Stock

Colt Model 1851 Navy, 3rd Model, British Export, Iron Grip Frame, Factory Stock-Cut, Matching Double-Numbered Shoulder Stock Serial Number: 79476 (Revolver) – 79475 & 79476 (Stock) Year of Production: Circa 1857

An exceptional and extremely rare example of a Colt Model 1851 Navy in a configuration that is almost never found. This example, serial number 79476, represents one of the most unusual combinations within the entire production run of the 1851 Navy. It is a 3rd Model with a series of features found only in special orders and for British officers.

The revolver is fitted with an iron small round triggerguard and iron backstrap, both silver-plated—a configuration found in only a fraction of production runs. The frame is fitted with the 4-screw stock-cut with an extended fourth screw, intended for use with a detachable shoulder stock. At the front of the trigger guard is a factory swivel, an extremely rare feature indicating use with a sling or lanyard, typical of cavalry or naval service.

The barrel bears the single-line Hartford address with dashes, and both the cylinder and the left side of the barrel lug bear British proof stamps, confirming that this example was exported to Great Britain via Colt's London Agency. The grip is a one-piece American walnut, consistent with early production.

Of particular note is the presence of the original Colt shoulder stock, made in the 3rd type attachment, with brass fittings, a round lanyard ring, and uncheckered American walnut. The stock is dual-numbered 79475 and 79476, indicating that it was supplied from the factory for a consecutive pair—a configuration typically ordered exclusively by British officers. The stock also features a stud and swivel in the bottom tang, underscoring its functionality as a carbine-like combination.

This example is documented in Robert M. Jordan's standard work, "Colt 1851 and 1861 Navies," where it is listed as an authentic, original stock-equipped Navy revolver. The revolver was previously auctioned at Morphy Auctions in the spring of 2007, confirming its high collector value and recognition as a top example in its category.

Condition: This revolver is 100% matching, including the cylinder, wedge, grip, and arbor pin. Traces of original finish with appropriate patina on the metal and wood. Silver plating on the iron trigger guard. Mechanically sound. Stock is very good, matching condition with original brass hardware and clear double numbering.

Rarity: This configuration—iron frame, silver plating, factory swivel, British proofs, 4-screw stock cut, original double-numbered stock, and bibliography—is unique within the known population of Colt 1851 Navies. Only one example with this combination is documented.

An exceptionally rare, fully authentic, and documented Colt Navy with its original shoulder stock—a top-notch item for the discerning Colt collector or museum collection.

Collection MS Antique Firearms

Colt 1862 Police Revolver with rare Iron Backstrap 'First Months 3 digit serial Manufacture' 

This revolver a first-months-of-manufacture, 3-digit serial numbered with extremely rare iron back-strap and trigger guard. Condition is very fine, 100% matching numbers including the cylinder, wedge, grip, and arbor pin. It retains 70% plus original High Polish Blue on the barrel and cylinder as well as 50-60% case colors on its frame, lever and hammer. Grip retain 95% plus original varnish and show minor handling marks and remarkably, it retains most of its original silver plate on its rare iron straps. Action, edges and markings are excellent. This is a very difficult early variation of the '62 Police and one of the best condition early examples I've ever seen.

Collection MS Antique Firearms 

Very rare Colt Model 1883, cal.12 double barrel shotgun, with 2 matching barrels

28 inch

19 inch