Colt D.A. 38 Revolver
01 May 2022
Description

Colt 38 Revolver. Can’t read the fine print on side of gun. Appears to have the year 1871 but not 100% certain. Bottom of gun next to trigger has the number 138769. Not sure if this is serial number. Also have leather holster. It has a small tear on the backside.

Provenance

Unknown

Acquired from
Inherited
For sale
Maybe
Answered within 2 days
By George
May 04, 06:24 UTC
Fair Market Value
$400 - $700 USD
Suggested Asking Price $600 USD
What does this mean?

Dear Rand,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. My sincere apologies for the delay with the appraisal.

The presented object appears to be a Colt Model 1977 Lightning .38 double-action revolver. It has the serial number 138769 which dates this piece to the year 1901.
Comparable objects were recently offered and sold on the international auction market. 
This piece is in medium condition and there is no serious damage visible in the images provided.
A fair market estimation would be between 400 to 700 USD.
This estimate is based on actual recent past recorded auction sales of comparable items. Retail "asking prices" can be higher and may vary.

With kind regards, 

George

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