COLT FIRST MODEL DRAGOON For Sale

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The Colt First Model Dragoon is a distinguished .44 caliber, 6-shot percussion revolver notable for its sturdy design and historical importance. Featuring a unique 7 1/2 inch barrel that transitions from round to octagonal with a blue metal finish, it is complemented by a case-hardened frame, lever, and hammer. The revolver also boasts brass grip straps with optional silvered straps for the civilian market, enhancing both its durability and visual appeal. Serialized between 1341 and roughly 8000, it succeeded the Hartford Dragoon and includes characteristics like oval cylinder slots and a square back trigger guard. The engraved cylinder depicts a Texas Ranger and Indian fight scene, reflecting the chaotic frontier spirit of its time. With an approximate production of 7,000 units between 1848 and 1850, the Colt First Model Dragoon represents a significant yet brief era in firearm history, continuing to be a cherished collectible for lovers of Americana and early Western weaponry.

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