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Original 19th Century Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver Square-Back Trigger Guard (.31 Caliber).Historical Significance:This is a highly rare and collectible transitional component. Standard Colt production timelines state that the
square-back trigger guard variant ended around serial number 16,000. However, this piece is clearly and
crisply hand-stamped with serial number 54111, dating its manufacture to 1852. It represents a rare
factory part-overrun or special order where old-stock square-back castings were pulled forward to meet
massive Gold Rush-era production demands.Condition Details- Authentic, crisp 1852 typography stamps ("54111").- Two distinct Colt factory sub-inspector "R" letter stamps visible on the frame-mating flats.- Measures ~4 inches total length.- Gorgeous, uncleaned natural mustard-yellow brass patina with original tooling marks.- No cracks, major gouges, or warping. Screw holes and threads are clean.Guaranteed Original. Perfect for a high-end 1852 restoration project or as a standalone piece of
Civil War/Gold Rush era history.Use code with caution.
