Brancasterr
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Hey All!
First time here.
I just received a few heirloom guns from my grandfather's collection and I'm over the moon! I've done as much research as I can on all three, but I'm still looking for a few more details and I have a few questions to ask of those more familiar with antique guns. (Also, I'd just like to share them!)
One of those guns is the following Colt .22lr
Colt Automatic 22 Long Rifle (Possibly 1919)
Link to photo album on Imgur because the photos are huge.
First time here.
I just received a few heirloom guns from my grandfather's collection and I'm over the moon! I've done as much research as I can on all three, but I'm still looking for a few more details and I have a few questions to ask of those more familiar with antique guns. (Also, I'd just like to share them!)
One of those guns is the following Colt .22lr
Colt Automatic 22 Long Rifle (Possibly 1919)
- Serial: Back of grip - 113xx
- Inscription on barrel - Colt's PT/FAA MFG CO. Hartford. CT. U.S.A. Pat'd Dec 22.1903, Aug 27.1918, Sept 3.1918
- Backstory: This one is the most sentimental of the bunch because it is the very first handgun I have ever shot. I was 8 years old and my grandfather took me to the range after I spent the last two summers handling a Red Ryder in his backyard.
- Questions::
- This one is still in pretty good condition, but as you can see I put some tape on one side of the grip. A small piece of the grip broke off and I have it taped on. Would it be better to try to repair the broken grip, or replace it with a period relevant part(I think the grips are original to the gun)?
- I'm almost positive this one is still serviceable, but I'd like to know how to double check?
- I'm pretty sure I've dated it to 1919, but the serial system for this gun is a little confusing. Can someone confirm that?
- What would be its value in this condition?
Link to photo album on Imgur because the photos are huge.
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