Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this desirable single-action revolver today for a penny start auction, this is the Colt First Gen Single Action Army US Military Contract Model!
**This Colt Features the desirable Ainsworth "A" Inspector Mark and also the desirable "US" marking! This Colt also falls into the serial range of those that were delivered to the 8th Cavalry Troop C in 1876**
**This Colt Features the desirable Ainsworth "A" Inspector Mark and also the desirable "US" marking! This Colt also falls into the serial range of those that were delivered to the 8th Cavalry Troop C in 1876**
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: First Gen Single Action Army US Military Contract Model (Artillery Model)
Serial: 8846(Frame) / 11398(Trigger Guard) / 2580(Cylinder)
Date of Manufacture: 1874 (Prime Indian Wars Period)
Caliber: .45 Colt
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 5 1/2"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front & Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut
Action: Single
Markings: Ainsworth "A" Inspector Mark under serial number on trigger guard. "US" marking on frame next to the two lined patten dates. Serial number 8846 on frame / Serial number 11398 on trigger guard / Serial number 2580 on the cylinder / Both sides of the grips are marked "UT".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Single Action Army, or “SAA” revolver, is doubtless the classic six gun most associated in our folklore with the American West. Introduced in 1873, the basic design remained-with a few interruptions-in production and is manufactured today by Colt and other firms.
U.S. military-purchased SAAs are among the most eagerly sought-after historic sidearms of the era, having been used from the Indian Wars into the early 20th century by the U.S. Army. They were originally issued with 7½" barrels in .45 Colt.
Between 1895 and 1903, the government had nearly 17,000 of its SAAs reconditioned and rebuilt by the Springfield Armory and the Colt factory. Most of these guns had the barrels shortened to 5½". Since most guns were reassembled without concern for part numbers, this is one of the few collectible gun variations that is considered “correct” with mixed serial numbers-meaning that the various parts of the gun will usually not match each other.
These refurbished revolvers were issued to troops in the Spanish American War and Philippine Insurrection, and have been nicknamed “Artillery Models” by collectors, since a few of them were issued to Artillery units. The original long-barrel variations are distinguished by the “Cavalry Model” nickname and should generally have matching serial numbers. Both types will have “U.S.” stamped on the frame, along with inspector initials on various parts.
According to Kopec's Single Action Army book...two of the serial numbers fall into the range of the 8th Cavalry Troop C. This is logical since a quartermaster cleaning weapons switched pieces when reassembling quite often. Most Cavalry weapons have mixed serial numbers.
Delivered in 1876, the history of the Colt Single Action Army is legendary. Troop C was stationed in Texas and would have fought in the Comanche wars. After this, Troop C was dispatched and captured Geronimo in a chase lasting several years. Many of the Colt Single Action Army's were in service when Troop C went to Cuba in the Spanish American War. Finally, they went to the Philippines to battle in the Moro Rebellion of 1899-1913. After this, they were decommissioned in favor of the newly developed Colt 1911.
Contents:
This example remains in Excellent condition with crisp attractive brown patina overall characteristic of period use and will ship, and this Colt will ship with a binder of all of the history/info on this model!
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.
Model: First Gen Single Action Army US Military Contract Model (Artillery Model)
Serial: 8846(Frame) / 11398(Trigger Guard) / 2580(Cylinder)
Date of Manufacture: 1874 (Prime Indian Wars Period)
Caliber: .45 Colt
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 5 1/2"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front & Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut
Action: Single
Markings: Ainsworth "A" Inspector Mark under serial number on trigger guard. "US" marking on frame next to the two lined patten dates. Serial number 8846 on frame / Serial number 11398 on trigger guard / Serial number 2580 on the cylinder / Both sides of the grips are marked "UT".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Single Action Army, or “SAA” revolver, is doubtless the classic six gun most associated in our folklore with the American West. Introduced in 1873, the basic design remained-with a few interruptions-in production and is manufactured today by Colt and other firms.
U.S. military-purchased SAAs are among the most eagerly sought-after historic sidearms of the era, having been used from the Indian Wars into the early 20th century by the U.S. Army. They were originally issued with 7½" barrels in .45 Colt.
Between 1895 and 1903, the government had nearly 17,000 of its SAAs reconditioned and rebuilt by the Springfield Armory and the Colt factory. Most of these guns had the barrels shortened to 5½". Since most guns were reassembled without concern for part numbers, this is one of the few collectible gun variations that is considered “correct” with mixed serial numbers-meaning that the various parts of the gun will usually not match each other.
These refurbished revolvers were issued to troops in the Spanish American War and Philippine Insurrection, and have been nicknamed “Artillery Models” by collectors, since a few of them were issued to Artillery units. The original long-barrel variations are distinguished by the “Cavalry Model” nickname and should generally have matching serial numbers. Both types will have “U.S.” stamped on the frame, along with inspector initials on various parts.
According to Kopec's Single Action Army book...two of the serial numbers fall into the range of the 8th Cavalry Troop C. This is logical since a quartermaster cleaning weapons switched pieces when reassembling quite often. Most Cavalry weapons have mixed serial numbers.
Delivered in 1876, the history of the Colt Single Action Army is legendary. Troop C was stationed in Texas and would have fought in the Comanche wars. After this, Troop C was dispatched and captured Geronimo in a chase lasting several years. Many of the Colt Single Action Army's were in service when Troop C went to Cuba in the Spanish American War. Finally, they went to the Philippines to battle in the Moro Rebellion of 1899-1913. After this, they were decommissioned in favor of the newly developed Colt 1911.
Contents:
This example remains in Excellent condition with crisp attractive brown patina overall characteristic of period use and will ship, and this Colt will ship with a binder of all of the history/info on this model!
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
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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