COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER

Octagonal, rifled, cal. 31 barrel, with white metal fore-sight and marking "ADDRESS SAM.L COLT / NEW YORK CITY". Smooth, five-shot cylinder, with engraved stagecoach and serial number matching with the other parts; frame with remains of marking "COLTS PATENT"; brass grip and trigger-guard in one piece, serial number "21xxx" matching with barrel and frame. Iron parts with slight pitting. Smooth, walnut grip.

USA, Third quarter of the 19th Century
length 27.5 cm.
Conditions: good