Colt Model 1878 Frontier Double Action Revolver in .45 Colt

Colt Model 1878 Frontier Double Action Revolver in .45 Colt

.45 Colt. 7.5" barrel length. SN: 35898 (mfg. ca.1897). Blued metal finish, checkered hard rubber grips. Double action revolver with frame notch rear sight, blade front sight, and a fluted 6-shot cylinder. Item features a cartridge extractor and lanyard ring in the butt.

This lot is located in Cincinnati.
Arms, Armor & Militaria Fine to very fine. Bore is frosty, with scattered pitting and residues. Retains much of the blued finish with the balance having a mottled and lightly oxidized plum brown patina. There is still remnants of nitre bluing to screws on extractor and lower frame. Grips show wear to checkering, light scratches, and some mars. Cylinder lockup is solid, and timing appears to be good.