cable
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Post by cable on Oct 5, 2010 22:10:06 GMT -5
never knew there were any 44 mag factory SAAs other than testing prototypes, especially not in the new frontier version. wow i would like to have these [ i am bidding on them but doubt if i win ] wonder if JT or anyone has ever seen such?  " Rare pair of Colt Single Action army revolvers, New Frontier series, Flat Top target frames, 7-… Rare pair of Colt Single Action army revolvers, New Frontier series, Flat Top target frames, 7-1/2” barrels, nickel plated, adjustable sights, .44 mag caliber, marked “Colt New Frontier SAA .44 Magnum” on left side of barrels, serial #44MAG05and 44MAG06. Equipped with screwless ivory grips, unfluted cylinders. In Colt royal blue lined French-style display case. The pair remain in fine to excellent condition showing no evidence of firing, just some light storage scratches,handling, and cycling of the actions. The interior of the box is excellent, the exterior shows some slight storage scratches. Very few New Frontiers were made in .44 magnum caliber, and this is the only consecutive nickel-plated pair factory casewith ivory we believe to exist. From the Robert Peterson collection. Est: $2,500 - $5,000 " |
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Lil Dudey
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Post by Lil Dudey on Oct 5, 2010 22:14:02 GMT -5
Very Nice! I would love to own them.
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Post by Ken O'Neill on Oct 6, 2010 0:49:28 GMT -5
If this is legitimate, it's one of the reasons we should never say never....
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Post by carl on Oct 6, 2010 6:36:07 GMT -5
I'm with Ken but have serious doubts. But, what do I know? My friends call me Rugerbreath! Carl PS Here's a pair of .44 mags.........  |
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Len
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Post by Len on Oct 6, 2010 7:22:57 GMT -5
Ask the auction house what documentation they have Peterson most likely had letters from Colt.
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Post by Lee Martin on Oct 6, 2010 7:40:43 GMT -5
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Post by patdaddy on Oct 6, 2010 9:55:56 GMT -5
ooh shiny. i want em. Somebody get those for me, Christmas is coming...
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Post by rep1954 on Oct 6, 2010 11:10:19 GMT -5
I've only heard that colt made 4 or 5 prototypes and they might have been SAA's but nothing released to the public.
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Kurt
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Post by Kurt on Oct 6, 2010 18:23:17 GMT -5
If they came from any other collection, I would be doubtful of the authenticity. After all Peterson did have a .22 hornet double rifle made to shoot squirrels with. Sure would like to know their story.
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Post by cable on Oct 6, 2010 21:26:47 GMT -5
If they came from any other collection, I would be doubtful of the authenticity. After all Peterson did have a .22 hornet double rifle made to shoot squirrels with. Sure would like to know their story. me too, by the way that 22 hornet double is in the auction too if you want it! : ) |
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Post by jdpress on Oct 6, 2010 22:08:07 GMT -5
A .44 Magnum Colt New Frontier Prototype sold on March 29, 2010 at auction in Anaheim, California for $5,000. This one had a different finish and an unfluted cylinder. Description: "Serial no. 44MAG18. .44 Magnum caliber, 7 1/2-inch barrel, standard markings, Royal Blue finish, with nickel-plated, non-fluted cylinder. Oil-finished walnut grips with gold-plated rampant colt medallion inlays. Wood grain box with Custom Shop end label, including serial number marking. Condition: Fine to excellent. Appears to be unfired. Lighthandling marks. Box with wear, some tears. Kept by factory as experimental prototype, show gun and sample of rare .44 Magnum New Frontier revolver." i491.photobucket.com/albums/rr277/jdpresslasvegas/Colt%20New%20Frontier%2044%20Magnum/ColtNewFrontier44Magnum-Prototype.jpgJ.D. Press |
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Post by Ken O'Neill on Oct 7, 2010 16:54:26 GMT -5
I love it when I learn something new.
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cable
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Post by cable on Oct 7, 2010 21:28:11 GMT -5
"A .44 Magnum Colt New Frontier Prototype sold on March 29, 2010 at auction in Anaheim, California for $5,000. This one had a different finish and an unfluted cylinder."
wow, thanks, that is helpful. i suppose this set will bring quite a price!?
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mergus
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Post by mergus on Oct 8, 2010 1:00:22 GMT -5
I wonder if the cylinder is the same diameter as a "normal" cylinder? I know USFA's cylinders are supposed to be .020" larger in diameter for strength. I wonder if Colt found they had to go the same route?
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Post by peacemaker on Oct 8, 2010 1:33:35 GMT -5
Maybe, but 5-shot, unfluted probably contributed considerable strength. Remember, the extra wall thickness of the USFA was more for the .45. The .44 already allows for thicker walls. Plus, the weakest point in the wall was at the locking slot cut. A five-shooter places the locking slot cuts into the thicker portions of the cylinder between chambers.
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