Colt 2nd generation black powder serial numbers

Colt 2nd generation black powder serial numbers serial numbers#
Colt 2nd generation black powder serial numbers serial number#
Colt 2nd generation black powder serial numbers series#

But there is no-way, no-how you will ever find an original 1800s percussion revolver in that condition unless it has been totally (and fairly recently) reconditioned, which would change its value a whole lot (down). MogrenE - that is a great-looking replica, and if it is more than ten years old, moreso relative to its present condition. It does not appear that any previous markings have been filed or ground off.Any thoughts?Last edited by MogrenE Augat 09:04 AM.Reason: Photos did not upload. AMERICA-'There are no other marks or stamps on the barrel, frame, or trigger guard.

Colt 2nd generation black powder serial numbers serial number#

I'm not sure what Fingers means by the 'arbor.' I did not take the handle apart, so don't know whether the serial number is penciled on the grip.The cylinder is engraved with the usual sea battle scene, 'ENGAGED.' Statement, and 'COLTS PATENT NO' 'PAT SEPT 10TH 1850.' The cylinder is also stamped with the letters 'PN' under a circled five-pointed star.The top of the barrel is engraved with 'ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW-YORK US.

Colt 2nd generation black powder serial numbers serial numbers#

There are full six-digit serial numbers on the barrel, frame, and trigger gun, aligned just forward of the trigger guard.The last four of the serial number is stamped into end of the backstrap.There are no serial numbers on the wedge or cylinder. If the serial number isn't found in these locations, it's probably a defarbed Italian replica. The last four digits of the serial number were on the cylinder and backstrap.

Colt 2nd generation black powder serial numbers series#

Or is it something else? Sounds like it is probably something else.1st, 2nd, and Sig Series 1860s had the complete serial number on the barrel, frame, triggerguard, arbor, and wedge and inscribed in pencil or pen in the backstrap channel of the grips. Then it probably isn't a Sig SeriesSo, is this a second generation gun (perhaps the run went past 212835)? Or is it a third generation that did not get the signature engraving? This pistol does not have that engraving. They went to 212540I also understand that the 3rd generation colts were 'Signature Series' carrying the signature of Sam Colt engraved on the backstrap. My understanding is that the 2nd generation 1860 Army serial numbers only went to 212835. This pistol does not have that engraving.So, is this a second generation gun (perhaps the run went past 212835)? Or is it a third generation that did not get the signature engraving? Or is it something else?Thanks. My understanding is that the 2nd generation 1860 Army serial numbers only went to 212835.I also understand that the 3rd generation colts were 'Signature Series' carrying the signature of Sam Colt engraved on the backstrap. I think it is either a second or third generation Colt. It is definitely NOT a European replica - there are no non-Colt stamps or markings whatsoever. I recently purchased a Colt 1860 Army cap and ball revolver. In theory, it also somewhat complicates the serial number assignment of both 2nd and 3rd generation Pocket Police and Pocket Navy revolvers.' Want to post a comment?or in order to post a comment. This disprooved the theory put forth by Wilson of the odd-even serial numbers for the M1862's. They published the serial number range for the Pocket Navy in their book and renamed it the M1865 Pocket Navy. Here is what I subsequently discovered ' When John Breslin, William Pirie, and David Price were researching their book 'Variations of Colt's New Model Police and Pocket Breech Loading Pistol' from original Colt Factory records, they discovered that there were no recorded shipments of the so-called M1862 Pocket Navy prior to 1865, after the American Civil War was over. If you do an image search for 'm1862 colt police' you will see many examples.Here is one:Notice the fluted cylinder and lack of cylinder engraving on the police model.scott., 4 years agoYou are most likely right since further research on my part indicates that I was confused by information which has since been proved to be incorrect. Thank you for the input., 4 years agoI never heard the odd/ even serial number ID.Much easier to just look at what you have. I guess the history, when received from Colt, will confirm. Comments., 4 years agoMost distinguishing feature on a Police model is the fluted cylinder.The Navy models don't have fluted cylinders (yours).scott., 4 years agoI was going on the serial number & information that indicated that models could be differentiated by odd/even numbers.