UNMARKED QUALITY PERIOD COPY OF A COLT MODEL 1851

NAVY SINGLE ACTION PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 36. S# 1531. Bbl. 7 1/2". Period copy of a Colt Model 1851 Navy single action percussion revolver produced by an unknown mfg. Revolver is devoid of markings, save for the S#s, "36CAL" on the left side of the trigger guard, and a "B.H" stamp on the butt. Iron frame, cyl, bbl., and loading lever with brass trigger guard and backstrap. Frame is mounted with a 1-piece smooth wood grip. All numbers are matching and include the frame, cyl., cyl. base pin, bbl., bbl. wedge, loading lever, bbl./loading lever stud, trigger guard, as well as the rear grip strap. CONDITION: iron components exhibit a dark gray patina, with some scattered spots of light pitting overall. Brass components exhibit a mellow patina, with some scattered spots of darker discoloration overall. Bright bore, exhibiting scattered spots of dark pitting and retaining strong rifling throughout. Grips exhibit scattered marks and impressions from handling and storage, but otherwise remain sturdy and serviceable. A nice period copy of a Colt Model 1851 Navy revolver. PROVENANCE: Former G. W. “Bill” Stewart collection, James D. Julia, March 14th-15th, 2016, Lot #1255. (01-25128/MLW). ANTIQUE. $500-700.