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02-25-2008, 10:04 AM
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Lifer
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Steinar,
Although I agree that this gun is not a Colt manufacture, it may still be as old as the seller claims. A colt mainspring and trigger spring should be adaptable IMHO to make this gun functional. You may not have wasted your money just yet. We will keep you in prayer that you don't get cheated. But if this gun is really made before 1870 and not just designed before that date, it may be ever rarer that a Colt of that vintage. Please keep us informed on the auction progress, and if you end up with this gun, Please post a good photo essay on the parts and we will investigate it's origin further. Since you are high bidder, why not ask the seller to send you good clear photos of any stamps or markings on this gun. Perhaps the origin will be easier to ascertain.
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