EXCEPTIONAL COLT BELT MODEL PATERSON REVOLVER, NO. 2 REVOLVER

EXCEPTIONAL COLT BELT MODEL PATERSON REVOLVER, NO. 2 REVOLVER

01-27658
Cal. 34
S# 455

Paterson 31 caliber belt model pistols were made in 2 patterns in same serial numbered range 1837-1840. The straight grip pattern is No. 2 revolver, the other pattern has flared grips and designated No. 3 revolvers. Total production estimated at 850. Standard configuration, 4.5″ octagonal barrel, German silver blade front sight, slanted script address: “Patent Arms M’g Co Paterson N-J Colt’s Pt.”, folding spur trigger, 5 shot cylinder with unique Colt centaur rolled scene, mounted with very nicely figured walnut grip.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of December 1958 Gun report photo of revolver held by Irman Polishuk, copy of back cover of June 1971 Gun Report where revolver is offered. 2004 letter offering revolver.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              PROVENANCE: Iman Polishuk collection; Bob Elz offered for sale in June 1971 Gun Report; John Gangle sold to Norman Greenberg, 2004; The Esteemed Norm Greenbeg Collection.

STATUS: ANTIQUE