Colt 2nd Gen F-Series 1847 Walker .44 Cal Cap & Ball Revolver 1980s & Case
SOLD FOR: $1,430.00
LSB#: LSB250916OL011
Make: Colt
Model: 1847 Walker, 2nd Gen “F” Series
Serial Number: 1787
Year of Manufacture: 1980-1982, ATF Classified as Antique
Caliber: .44 Caliber Ball
Action Type: Single Action Percussion Black Powder Revolver
Markings: The top of the barrel is marked “ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY”. The cylinder is engraved with a Texas Ranger and Indian battle scene and “MODEL U.S.M.R. / 1787 / COLT’S PATENT”. The serial number is marked on the bottom of the butt, trigger guard, frame and barrel assembly. The right of the barrel is marked “US / 1847”.
Barrel Length: 9”, Half-Round
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade with a sloping front surface fixed to the barrel. The rear sight is a notch in the hammer, visible when cocked.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grip is one-piece smooth walnut. The grip has light handling wear. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blue, Case Color & Brass
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 99% of its metal finish. There is no notable operational wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The cylinder lockup produces almost no play on each of the six chambers. The barrel has no play to the frame. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories:
-Wood presentation case.
-Brass powder flask.
-Case color nipple wrench/screwdriver.
-Cap Tin
-Lead Bullets
Our Assessment: This is a 2nd Generation “F”-Series Colt 1847 Walker. The 1847 Colt Walker was the largest and most powerful black powder repeating handgun ever made. It was created in the mid-1840s in a collaboration between Texas Ranger Captain Samuel Hamilton Walker (1817–47) and American firearms inventor Samuel Colt (1814–62), building upon the earlier Colt Paterson design. Walker wanted a handgun that was extremely powerful at close range. This example looks fantastic, but it would certainly be more suitable for actually firing than an original! It also comes with a nice presentation case for display. If you want an authentic Colt 1847 but don’t want to take out a 2nd mortgage to buy one, this is the Walker for you. It should make for a great piece for any collection, especially if you like blowing some smoke at the range. Please see our photos and good luck! – L.S.
