4203 COLT SAA CAVALRY MODEL AINSWORTH INSPECTED

Category Firearms & Military
Auction Currency USD
Start Price 2,500.00 USD
Estimated at 5,000.00 - 8,000.00 USD
REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 2860. Bbl. 7 1/2" w/ Hartford address. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. Left side of frame has 1871 & 1872 patent dates w/ "U.S." marking. Bbl., frame, grip straps & cyl. have matching numbers. Bbl., backstrap & trigger guard have "A" Ainsworth inspection marks. 1 piece walnut grip w/ clear "OWA" cartouche on left panel. Mfg. 1874. CONDITION: fine as restored by Tommy Haas. Blued parts retain 75% restored finish showing flaking & carry wear. Frame retains 90% lightly faded case colors. Very good refinished grip shows scattered marks. Tight & sound action. Bore retains strong rifling having a slightly darkened appearance. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24699/DS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-8,000.