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Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this STUNNING limited-edition single-action revolver for a penny-start auction; this is the Colt Single Action Army 175th Anniversary!
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2011 marks the 175th anniversary of the Colt Firearms legacy. It was 175 years ago that Sam Colt transformed his vision into one of the most significant inventions of the modern era. In celebration of this milestone, Colt released the Limited Edition 175th Anniversary Single Action Army revolver. Each firearm features polished Colt Royal Blue metal surfaces adorned with exquisite 24-karat gold plating. Highlights include the Rampant Colt emblem on the left side of the frame, the Colt Dome on the top of the backstrap, the Serpentine Colt on the right side, and Sam Colt's signature on the backstrap. Additionally, a banner reading “1836 - 175th Anniversary - 2011” is displayed on the left side of the barrel, along with elegant gold scrollwork on the cylinder, barrel, and frame sides. The revolver was offered in three barrel lengths: 4 ¾", 5 ½", and 7 ½", with a limited production of only 175 units for each size. This particular example features the 4 ¾" barrel.
This example shipped to Carol Wilkerson. Carol's Husband, Don Wilkerson, was a respected author and historian renowned for his expertise in Colt firearms. His books are celebrated for their accuracy and meticulous attention to detail, making them valuable resources for both seasoned collectors and newcomers to the field. Wilkerson's straightforward writing style appeals to a wide audience, ensuring that his insights are accessible to all. He collaborated with Colt historian Kathy Hoyt, further enriching his works with their combined knowledge and expertise.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Single Action Army 175th Anniversary
Serial: S65688A
Date of Manufacture: 2011
Caliber: .45 Colt
Finish: Colt Royal Blue
Barrel Length: 4 ¾" with Ejector
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Frame Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Black Checkered Synthetic Eagle Grips
Action: Single-Action Revolver
Markings: Standard / The firearm is decorated with 24 Karat select gold plating of the Rampant Colt on the left side of the frame, Colt Dome on the top of the backstrap, Serpentine Colt on the right side of the frame, “Sam Colt” signature on the backstrap, a banner with the text “1836 - 175th Anniversary - 2011" on the left side of the barrel, and gold scroll on the cylinder, barrel, and sides of the frame.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Single Action Army, also known as the Model P, Peacemaker, or SAA, is a single-action revolver with a cylinder that holds six metallic cartridges. It was designed by Colt's Patent Firearms Manufacturing Company for the U.S. government service revolver trials of 1873 and was adopted as the standard military service revolver until 1892. It has been widely copied and modified to replicate the original Colt SAA. The Third Generation of the Colt SAA began in 1976. It was characterized by a change in barrel thread pitch and replacing the removable/replaceable part with a solid cylinder bushing. This generation was produced as a limited-issue product with serial numbers ranging from SA80,000 to SA99,999 and ran until 1982. In 1994, production resumed due to the increase in popularity of "Cowboy Action Shooting." These models are known as either "Late Third Generation" or sometimes Fourth Generation, with the serial number convention changing yet again, starting with serial number S02001A and continuing to use the "S" prefix and "A" suffix as of 2022. Colt offers the Single Action Army in either an all-nickel or blued finish with a color case-hardened frame. It is available in three barrel lengths: 4¾", 5½", and 7½", and six chamberings: 32-20, 38-40, 44-40, .38 Special, 357 Magnum, or 45 Colt, totaling 36 variations.
Contents:
Model: Single Action Army 175th Anniversary
Serial: S65688A
Date of Manufacture: 2011
Caliber: .45 Colt
Finish: Colt Royal Blue
Barrel Length: 4 ¾" with Ejector
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Frame Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Black Checkered Synthetic Eagle Grips
Action: Single-Action Revolver
Markings: Standard / The firearm is decorated with 24 Karat select gold plating of the Rampant Colt on the left side of the frame, Colt Dome on the top of the backstrap, Serpentine Colt on the right side of the frame, “Sam Colt” signature on the backstrap, a banner with the text “1836 - 175th Anniversary - 2011" on the left side of the barrel, and gold scroll on the cylinder, barrel, and sides of the frame.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Single Action Army, also known as the Model P, Peacemaker, or SAA, is a single-action revolver with a cylinder that holds six metallic cartridges. It was designed by Colt's Patent Firearms Manufacturing Company for the U.S. government service revolver trials of 1873 and was adopted as the standard military service revolver until 1892. It has been widely copied and modified to replicate the original Colt SAA. The Third Generation of the Colt SAA began in 1976. It was characterized by a change in barrel thread pitch and replacing the removable/replaceable part with a solid cylinder bushing. This generation was produced as a limited-issue product with serial numbers ranging from SA80,000 to SA99,999 and ran until 1982. In 1994, production resumed due to the increase in popularity of "Cowboy Action Shooting." These models are known as either "Late Third Generation" or sometimes Fourth Generation, with the serial number convention changing yet again, starting with serial number S02001A and continuing to use the "S" prefix and "A" suffix as of 2022. Colt offers the Single Action Army in either an all-nickel or blued finish with a color case-hardened frame. It is available in three barrel lengths: 4¾", 5½", and 7½", and six chamberings: 32-20, 38-40, 44-40, .38 Special, 357 Magnum, or 45 Colt, totaling 36 variations.
Contents:
This example is in New Old Stock, Unfired condition, showing no evidence of previous consumer use or handling! Additionally, it will ship with the original light blue box and white outer sleeve with matching factory label, a copy of the original invoice from Carol K. Wilkerson, and all other contents pictured above.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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Return Policy
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