COLT NEW MODEL POCKET TYPE 4 BREECH LOADING

REVOLVER. Cal. 38 RF. S# 19925. In 1875 Colt converted all percussion Pocket Models in the Navy caliber into Type 4 New Model Breech Loaders. These utilized the original cylinders that were altered from percussion to accommodate the 38 RF cartridge. This example is fit with a 3" octagon bbl with single line New York address. It is estimated that only approx 400 revolvers that were produced with these factory length bbls. "PAT. JULY. 25. 1871 / PAT. JULY. 2. 1872" marked frame has a large hammer screw and no loading gate. 5-shot round rebated cylinder that was altered from its original percussion configuration and numbered to another gun, as is the wedge.. 1-piece walnut grips. The frame, triggerguard, back strap, grips, & arbor are all matching SN. There is an "I.P." stamped under the serial number found on the frame, trigger guard, & back strap. CONDITION: Overall fair. The bbl & cyl have approx 60% of the nickel plating. The frame finish has faded to a grey brown patina. The straps have traces of silver in the most protected of areas. The grips show wear, chips and some flaking varnish. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29319/ZAL) ANTIQUE $600-900