Colt Root Revolver, Model 1855 Sidehammer

COLT ROOT REVOLVER, MODEL 1855 SIDEHAMMER
United States, 19th century.
Manufactured in 1861
Overall length: 22 cm - Barrel length: 3 ½ (8.6 cm) - Caliber 28

Round barrel with rifled bore; crimping lever attached to the underside. Remnants of markings on the top panel and serial number 26471 on the underside.
Five-chamber cylinder, marked “PATENTED SEPT 10th 1850.” Brass front sight.
Closed frame. Side hammer, single-action operation. Spur trigger.
Serial number 26471 on the stock. Lever-operated ramrod.
Stock carved with a bust of a woman draped in an American flag, symbolizing patriotism.

This Colt is factory-engraved and features a white-polished finish; it is in excellent condition and fully functional.

Ref.: 7451

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This collector’s firearm is classified as a Category D collector’s firearm under Article L311-2 of the Internal Security Code. Its purchase and possession are unrestricted. Please note that the sale of these firearms to minors is prohibited.