Colt New Service Revolver, .44 Caliber, Railway Mail
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Description
Colt New Service Revolver, standard civilian model, .44 caliber, serial number 10836. Barrel marked Colt's Patent Fife Arms Manufacturing Co., Hartford, C.T. U.S.A. Pat. Aug 5 1884 June 5 1900/New Service 44 Cal. Hard rubber stocks, metal frame, round barrel, ejector rod, standard sights. U. S. inspector mark H, frame near cylinder above serial number. Also includes brown leather holster with Post Office Department/Railway Mail Service/53223, employee shield badge with US letters entwined in the center surrounded by 13 stars, an eagle above holding the badge in its talons. Badge number dated circa 1940's, before 1948 when the Railway Mail Service was renamed the Postal Transport Service. Barrel length - 4 1/2". Overall length - 11". Holster length - 11 1/4". Serial number corresponds to year 1904. Most firearms made after 1898 require passing an FFL background check prior to transfer. Please be prepared with proper identification and information. If you do not reside in Tennessee, an FFL dealer in your state is required to complete the transfer. (Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
Condition
Overall good condition. Areas of blue still present. Barrel and stocks in good condition with normal storage dings. Action is good. Holster and badge in worn condition.
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Colt New Service Revolver, .44 Caliber, Railway Mail
Estimate $600 - $800
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