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Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this GORGEOUS limited edition single-action revolver today for a penny-start auction; this is the Uberti / American Historical Society General George S. Patton Commemorative Single Action Army!
In honor of General Patton, the American Historical Foundation proudly announced the General George S. Patton, Jr. Commemorative Revolver. This revolver is a powerful symbol of the great American warrior. The "General George S. Patton, Jr." Commemorative Revolver is a strictly limited edition with only 2,500 units available worldwide. The special serial numbers range from P0001 to P2500, with the prefix "p" representing Patton. This particular example has the serial number P0976!
In honor of General Patton, the American Historical Foundation proudly announced the General George S. Patton, Jr. Commemorative Revolver. This revolver is a powerful symbol of the great American warrior. The "General George S. Patton, Jr." Commemorative Revolver is a strictly limited edition with only 2,500 units available worldwide. The special serial numbers range from P0001 to P2500, with the prefix "p" representing Patton. This particular example has the serial number P0976!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: A. Uberti / American Historical Society
Model: 1873 General George S. Patton Commemorative
Serial: P0976
Caliber: .45 Long Colt
Finish: Sterling Silver Plated
Barrel Length: 4 3/4"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front and Frame Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Faux Ivory with Sterling Silver plated Cloisonné Medallions and the General's Famous "GSP" Initials Scrimshawed in the Right Grips
Action: Single-Action Revolver
Markings: Standard / Each revolver is entirely hand-engraved under the supervision of one of the world's finest gunsmiths, Aldo Uberti. Each grip has been fitted with a Sterling Silver plated cloisonné medallion of the American Historical Society's own design to further honor the General. Each medallion proudly bears the General's four stars and the years of his birth and death. The background is red, white, and blue—symbolic of the General's great patriotism. The General's "GSP" initials are scrimshawed in the right grip.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The story of how General Patton acquired his .45 caliber Single Action Army Revolver is fascinating. In 1916, his promotion in the Cavalry from Second to First Lieutenant gave him his personal trademark. Patton purchased his revolver on March 5, 1916, in El Paso, Texas, while serving with Brigadier General "Black Jack" Pershing. Just four days later, a Mexican revolutionary and bandit named Pancho Villa raided a small border town in New Mexico. In response, Brigadier General Pershing formed a punitive expedition to hunt down Villa.
Patton's revolver proved its worth on May 14 when he used it to kill two Villistas in combat. In recognition of this, General Pershing promoted Patton to First Lieutenant, and Patton kept that revolver with him until he passed away. Displaying the Patton Commemorative Revolver in your home or office will allow you to share fascinating stories about General Patton with your friends and visitors.
When you display your General Patton Commemorative Revolver, you can tell your friends that it actually fires the same .45 Long Colt caliber ammunition the General prefers for its ferocious stopping power. You can point out the military lanyard loop, the 4-3/4" barrel, and the General's "GSP" initials scrimshawed in the right grip. Made of the finest ordnance steel and proof fired, every inch is plated with Sterling Silver. Each revolver is entirely hand-engraved under the supervision of one of the world's finest gunsmiths, Aldo Uberti. The grips look just like ivory but are reinforced with polymers for split resistance—an advantage in that they won't crack over time.
The engraving details make this Commemorative unique to the Foundation. Each grip has been fitted with a Sterling Silver plated cloisonné medallion of the American Historical Society's own design to further honor the General. Each medallion proudly bears the General's four stars and the years of his birth and death. The background is red, white, and blue—symbolic of the General's great patriotism. The "General George S. Patton, Jr." Commemorative Revolver is a strictly limited edition of only 2,500 worldwide, with special serial numbers P0001 through P2500 (the prefix "p," of course, stands for Patton). This example has serial number P0976.
Today, this commemorative can be honored in your collection and become a prized family heirloom for your children and grandchildren. It will show present and future generations that you are proud of the courageous virtues it stands for—and it will be the fascinating subject of conversation wherever you display it. We can't think of a better way to close than with the touching words of a memorial service on the death of General Patton: "George Patton, your old comrades-in-arms and friends, both living and dead, salute you. A thousand years of unborn Americans will look down on what you have done and find it good."
Contents:
This example will ship with a walnut presentation case lined in red velvet, the key, and the matching paperwork from the American Historical Foundation 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.
Model: 1873 General George S. Patton Commemorative
Serial: P0976
Caliber: .45 Long Colt
Finish: Sterling Silver Plated
Barrel Length: 4 3/4"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front and Frame Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Faux Ivory with Sterling Silver plated Cloisonné Medallions and the General's Famous "GSP" Initials Scrimshawed in the Right Grips
Action: Single-Action Revolver
Markings: Standard / Each revolver is entirely hand-engraved under the supervision of one of the world's finest gunsmiths, Aldo Uberti. Each grip has been fitted with a Sterling Silver plated cloisonné medallion of the American Historical Society's own design to further honor the General. Each medallion proudly bears the General's four stars and the years of his birth and death. The background is red, white, and blue—symbolic of the General's great patriotism. The General's "GSP" initials are scrimshawed in the right grip.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
If America ever had a warrior son, it was General George S. Patton Jr. During World War II, a time when heroes abounded, General Patton stood out and captured the imagination of the world. He brought great enthusiasm to war, mastered the art of it, and excelled at it. As a young Cavalry Officer, he yearned for war: "God, but I wish there would be a war." After he experienced it in World War I and peace returned, he reflected: "War is the only place where a man really lives." As the storm clouds gathered for World War II, his excitement grew: "All we need now is a nice, juicy war."
He used his in-depth historical study of great warriors to gain an advantage over enemies on the battlefield. Napoleon's tactics taught him audacity and the electrifying power of the bold offensive. He learned that the Carthaginians were doomed to failure when they went on the defensive. "Defense" wasn't part of General Patton's vocabulary. His "Secret of Victory" was his determination to acquire the warrior soul and, having acquired it, to conquer or perish with honor. He inspired his men with relentless energy, unwavering willpower, and unyielding intensity for each offensive: "We will attack and attack again... we will attack until the war is over." He ordered his officers, "Get up front! You will never know what is going on unless you can hear the bullets." He knew his men would fight better if their general was a fighter himself and personally led the attack.
That's an important reason why he wore his famous ivory-gripped, silver-plated, .45 caliber revolver in his specially made brown leather holster belt set. It became his symbol, identifying him to his troops all across the battlefield. He believed, "No one would know me if I didn't wear this pistol." His fancy revolver and sharp uniform were part of his impressive personal image, signifying boldness on the battlefield. "No matter how tired, discouraged, or really ill I may be if I don't live up to that picture, my men are going to say, 'The old man's had it. The old son-of-a-gun has had it.'"
To honor General Patton, the American Historical Foundation proudly announced the General George S. Patton, Jr. Commemorative Revolver, a powerful symbol of this great American warrior. Owning a tangible symbol of a historical figure like General George S. Patton, Jr. is a unique way to honor his bold virtues. Through the Foundation project, you can display your pride in General Patton.
To honor General Patton, the American Historical Foundation proudly announced the General George S. Patton, Jr. Commemorative Revolver, a powerful symbol of this great American warrior. Owning a tangible symbol of a historical figure like General George S. Patton, Jr. is a unique way to honor his bold virtues. Through the Foundation project, you can display your pride in General Patton.
The story of how General Patton acquired his .45 caliber Single Action Army Revolver is fascinating. In 1916, his promotion in the Cavalry from Second to First Lieutenant gave him his personal trademark. Patton purchased his revolver on March 5, 1916, in El Paso, Texas, while serving with Brigadier General "Black Jack" Pershing. Just four days later, a Mexican revolutionary and bandit named Pancho Villa raided a small border town in New Mexico. In response, Brigadier General Pershing formed a punitive expedition to hunt down Villa.
Patton's revolver proved its worth on May 14 when he used it to kill two Villistas in combat. In recognition of this, General Pershing promoted Patton to First Lieutenant, and Patton kept that revolver with him until he passed away. Displaying the Patton Commemorative Revolver in your home or office will allow you to share fascinating stories about General Patton with your friends and visitors.
When you display your General Patton Commemorative Revolver, you can tell your friends that it actually fires the same .45 Long Colt caliber ammunition the General prefers for its ferocious stopping power. You can point out the military lanyard loop, the 4-3/4" barrel, and the General's "GSP" initials scrimshawed in the right grip. Made of the finest ordnance steel and proof fired, every inch is plated with Sterling Silver. Each revolver is entirely hand-engraved under the supervision of one of the world's finest gunsmiths, Aldo Uberti. The grips look just like ivory but are reinforced with polymers for split resistance—an advantage in that they won't crack over time.
The engraving details make this Commemorative unique to the Foundation. Each grip has been fitted with a Sterling Silver plated cloisonné medallion of the American Historical Society's own design to further honor the General. Each medallion proudly bears the General's four stars and the years of his birth and death. The background is red, white, and blue—symbolic of the General's great patriotism. The "General George S. Patton, Jr." Commemorative Revolver is a strictly limited edition of only 2,500 worldwide, with special serial numbers P0001 through P2500 (the prefix "p," of course, stands for Patton). This example has serial number P0976.
Today, this commemorative can be honored in your collection and become a prized family heirloom for your children and grandchildren. It will show present and future generations that you are proud of the courageous virtues it stands for—and it will be the fascinating subject of conversation wherever you display it. We can't think of a better way to close than with the touching words of a memorial service on the death of General Patton: "George Patton, your old comrades-in-arms and friends, both living and dead, salute you. A thousand years of unborn Americans will look down on what you have done and find it good."
Contents:
This example will ship with a walnut presentation case lined in red velvet, the key, and the matching paperwork from the American Historical Foundation 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.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
