need info on Early D.A. colts

[gollum257]

Like the title says looking for anyone who is a collector or has a lot of info regarding early double action Colt revolvers Tx.gollum

 

[dan belisle]

How early and which models? - dan

 

[MTF]

I believe the 1877 Colt was the first double action model. It came in .38 and .41 calibres, and is fairly famous for its too-delicate design. There's a complicated little spring that tends to break with time and use (but there are people in the states who will be happy to sell you a replacement). They're neat old guns. Billy the Kid was supposed to have had a .41 "Thunderer" in his hand when shot by Pat Garrett.

 

[BC Mike]

Don't think it's against the rules to show this address of some guys who specialise in Colt info from various eras. Ask your question under revolvers as I have many times and get some great advice & info.

http:// www.coltforum.com/forums/ubbthreads.php