Chipperman
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My father has an old Colt, that according to family legend, belonged to the Color Sergeant of The Rough Riders. I am trying to find any evidence that may support this dubious claim.
I will describe the gun, and would appreciate any info you may have for me.
It is a Colt, SN 198, xxx. (I think that puts it at 1898, right?)
The top of the 5 1/2" barrel reads "COLT'S PT. F A MFG Co HARTFORD CT. U.S.A."
The left side of the barrel reads "45 COLT"
The left side of the frame reads "PAT. SEPT. 19. 1871. JULY 2. 72. JAN. 19. 75.
The thing that bothers me a bit is that the grips appear to be plastic. I guess they are not original.
The leather holster with it has "Olive" stamped on it.
Thank You for any help,
Chip
I will describe the gun, and would appreciate any info you may have for me.
It is a Colt, SN 198, xxx. (I think that puts it at 1898, right?)
The top of the 5 1/2" barrel reads "COLT'S PT. F A MFG Co HARTFORD CT. U.S.A."
The left side of the barrel reads "45 COLT"
The left side of the frame reads "PAT. SEPT. 19. 1871. JULY 2. 72. JAN. 19. 75.
The thing that bothers me a bit is that the grips appear to be plastic. I guess they are not original.
The leather holster with it has "Olive" stamped on it.
Thank You for any help,
Chip