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INSCRIBED/IDENTIFIED EARLY REFERENCED COLT ROOT REVOLVER

Price: $3,250.00
Availability: in stock
Prod. Code: IR101

Inscribed/Identified early Colt Root model 1855 revolver, .31 caliber, 5-shot, this exact revolver is referenced in "COLT'S HISTORY AND HEROES, BY JOHN G. HAMILTON, PAGE #19". Serial #2939, backstrap engraved "ANDREW WALTERS FROM HIS SHOPMATES, NEW YORK 6 JUNE 1861". The metal overall is a mottled grey patina. Very good+ barrel & cylinder markings. Very fine mechanics. Grips are very good+ with much original varnish remaining, some scuffing to bottom edges. Andrew A. Walters enlisted 07/01/1861 and was assigned to the 79th New York Infantry (Highlanders) as a Private. Records show he deserted 07/23/1861 at Bull Run, VA. Accompanied by a folder of information. Inscribed early Colt Root revolvers are uncommon.  From my personal collection.