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Cliff Sophia, Proprietor

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Item No.: 9807 Price : SOLD
Item : VERY FINE COLT LIGHTNING SADDLE RING CARBINE, SLIDE ACTION, MEDIUM FRAME, .44-40
Description :
This is an original Colt Lightning Saddle Ring Carbine manufactured in 1887 and chambered for the .44-40 (.44 WCF) cartridge. This is a medium frame Lightning. The medium frame rifles and carbines were produced in the standard chamberings for the Colt Single Action, .32-20, .38-40, and .44-40. They were produced from 1884 to 1902, with 89,777 made. This carbine is in very fine condition with more than 90% of its factory blued finish remaining. There is some light finish wear on the left lower front end of the receiver and on the forward trigger plate. These areas have turned a smooth light brown. There is some light brown speckling on the upper and lower tangs. The bore shows a little finish loss as well. The hammer has darkened, but retains its case colors. The gun has excellent mechanics and an equally excellent bore. The bore is brilliant and shiny. The walnut stock is very fine, as well, with just a few tiny dings from use. This is an outstanding Colt Lightning in fabulous condition. The fact that it is a saddle ring carbine chambered for the .44-40 cartridge makes it even more desirable. Stock no. 27661

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