Original U.S. Colt M1877 .38cal Lightning Revolver with 3 1/2" Barrel made in 1893 - Serial 89547 German Ordnance which definitely does show some

which definitely does show some service wear

a real USGI-bring back from WWII

The barrel bears Austrian Proof marks on the left side

The unanswered question we have is what happens to the expended cartridge case IF THERE IS ONE

The external finish has the original bluing worn to a bright patina

Original U.S. Colt M1877 .38cal Lightning Revolver with 3 1/2" Barrel made in 1893 - Serial 89547 German Ordnance which definitely does show someOriginal Item: Only One Available The romance around Colt "Cowboy" Revolvers never ceases to amaze us. This is a fine example of the Model 1877 "Lightning" Double Action . 38 Caliber Revolver. It is marked on the bottom of the grip, frame, and trigger guard with matching serial number 89547, indicating it was made in 1893. It also has assembly number 271 stamped on the loading gate, and is a really nice example of this type. It has a great "cowboy