Lot 4749
A Colt Mod. 1877 "Lightning"
Historical and Modern Firearms | A109s | Live auction | 1727 Lots
Description
Cal. .380Long, SN. 5715, matching numbers except loading gate (S/No 262). Barrel length 3½“, the bore frosted, but with good rifling. Six shots. Two-line company markings on top of the barrel, with the extremely rare marking ”Depot 14. Pall Mall London“, on the left side ”COLT D.A. 38". The left side of the frame with three-line patent markings. Calibre designation “38 CAL” on the left of the trigger guard. Original blue finish on barrel, cylinder and grip frame, partially worn, spotted and patinated. Frame and hammer colour case-hardened. Dark hard rubber grips with checkering. With the London address only approx. 1,500 pieces (less than 1%) were produced. With Colt letter, shipped to London on August 26, 1878.WBK: Attention - For this gun we will need to obtain an export license for you, based on your import permit (if needed in your country) or through your firearms dealer - more info here
Condition: II - Questions about the lot?
