Colt First Model Dragoon

goldandgun

We have this Colt First Model Dragoon. We're just wondering what it might be worth or what it might sell for.

Spider7115

Your 1st Model Dragoon was manufactured in 1849, the second and final year of first model production. Although the frame markings and cylinder scene are pretty well worn and some frame screws are buggered, the serial numbers match and the gun has a nice appearance. Personally, I would put it in the $5,000-$6,000 range. It's a very nice-looking piece.

rufe-snow

No offense to Spider. As it looks like the real McCoy. BUT, There is always a but. Colt percussion replicas, have been made since the late 50's at least. Assorted shade tree gunsmiths, have been ageing them to appear as original 19th Century Colts, for years.

Given the above. I would hold off until you could have a hands on, from a knowledgeable/honest dealer or collector.

tocamoha

There must be story behind the notches carved on the gun.

Spider7115

quote:Originally posted by rufe-snow
No offense to Spider. As it looks like the real McCoy. BUT, There is always a but. Colt percussion replicas, have been made since the late 50's at least. Assorted shade tree gunsmiths, have been ageing them to appear as original 19th Century Colts, for years.

Given the above. I would hold off until you could have a hands on, from a knowledgeable/honest dealer or collector.

No offense taken and I agree with you. However, based solely on the pictures, I believe it to be the real McCoy. Still, a hands-on inspection by a Colt expert should be done to confirm its authenticity.

perry shooter

Just my opinion but I dont see anything that will raise a red flag however I do think the notches may have been a later addition. I would think they look too uniform to be put on one at a time with weeks or months between adding a new one . Unless he was having a good day against undocumented alieans[}:)]

Knifecollector

As I was scrolling down thru the pictures I was thinking 5K.
It's beat up a bit, but it's still a very desirable Colt.

Txs

quote:Originally posted by perry shooter
I would think they look too uniform to be put on one at a time with weeks or months between adding a new one . Unless he was having a good day against undocumented alieans[}:)]
Or just that someone used the butt to smack something.