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Lot 45:Scarce Colt Model 1855 20 Gauge Percussion Revolving Shotgun

February 21st, 2025|Bedford, TX

Lot 45:Scarce Colt Model 1855 20 Gauge Percussion Revolving Shotgun

February 21st, 2025|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$5,000 - $7,500

Scarce Colt Model 1855 20 Gauge Percussion Revolving Shotgun

Manufactured 1860-1863. Colt produced only approximately 1,100 of these revolving shotguns split between 10 and 20 gauge variations. These were also known as the Colt New Model Revolving Shotguns and are in basic design an enlarged version of the Colt Model 1855 Pocket revolver.

ConditionGood, with mostly bright grey patina, some evidence of polishing/cleaning, some scattered light to mild pitting, and some scattered minor handling marks on the refinished wood. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerColt

Model1855 Revolving Shotgun

TypeShotgun

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge20

Barrel31 1/4 inch round

Finishblue/casehardened

Stockwalnut

Bore conditionThe bore is partially bright with some light pitting/oxidation.

Item LocationBedford, TX