Help identifying Colts

Evan1066

I inherited two Colt Blackpowder pistols when my Father passed away. I would sure appreciate any help identifying them and approximately what they are worth.

The first is a Colt 3rd Model Dragoon F1740 according to the outside box. It is engraved with what appears to be a battle b/t US Cavalry and Indians. The serial number is 35545. It is in Mint condition.

The second is a Colt engraved with a Navy battle. It also is engraved with "Engaged 16 May 1843". Serial # 4333. It is not in mint condition, has some rust marks on the cylinder.

I have not been able to add images to this post so I put some pictures on a photobucket accout. Here is the link. Any help would be much appreciated.

http://s138.photobucket.com/albums/q248/ethomas1066/

Spider7115

The smaller revolver, serial #4333, is a Model 1851 Colt Navy, .36 caliber. It is a "Second Generation" model made in 1971. The other is also a reproduction but I'm not sure if it's Second or Third Generation. If it has Sam Colt's "signature" on the backstrap, it's a Third Generation. The box looks like Third Generation as most of the Second Generation boxes were either black or "woodgrain". You can read about the Second Generation Colts at this link: http://www.gunsandammomag.com/ga_handguns/cap_ball/

Evan1066

Yes, it has the signature on the backstrap. Any idea what these are worth? Thank you for the info

Spider7115

The 1851 Navy, with surface rust and no original box, would probably bring around $225-$250, assuming it's still excellent mechanically and there are no major rust areas or pitting. The "Signature Series" Dragoon would probably be in the $350-$400 range as they don't bring as much as a "Second Generation" model.

I hope this helps and I'm sorry for your loss.