300 20th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
United States
Witherell’s auction house is a family business rooted in a passion for fine art and antiques, based in Sacramento, a region known for its history and its important 20th century art scene. It all started when Brad Witherell was gifted a Civil War-era Henry rifle from his uncle as a teen, spurring his...Read more
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May 17, 2018 - May 18, 2018
U.S. marked Colt single action revolver in .45 caliber, 7.5" barrel, first model, with mixed and replaced parts, complete with research from author John Kopec, Redding, CA detailing the history of the revolver from its initial issue in 1875 to the U.S. 5th Cavalry. Returned to the Springfield Arsenal and Colts, it was refurbished in 1895 and may have been among those issued to the "Rough Riders" (1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry) during the Spanish-American War. Returned to the Arsenal and then again refurbished by Colts, with some parts replaced, the pistol was then issued to the Philippine "San Fernando" Police. After its return it was sold off, eventually being owned by Western Costume Company and so marked. Sold by them, it ended in private hands, having its barrel, cylinder and grips replaced. Processing and shipping within the continental U.S. $45.00 plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance. Please note we do not accept credit cards.
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