Colt Anaconda 4″ Stainless .45 Colt DA Double Action Revolver, 1994
SOLD FOR: $2,612.99
LSB#: 231004SJ066
Make: Colt
Model: Anaconda
Serial Number: MM61036
Year of Manufacture: 1994 (https://colt.com/serial-lookup)
Caliber: .45 Colt
Action Type: Single and Double Action Revolver with Swing-Out Cylinder
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “COLT ANACONDA / -45 COLT-”. The right side of the barrel is marked “-DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER- / COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A.” The crane cut and crane are marked “MM61036”. The sideplate is marked with a Rampant Colt logo. The front top left side of the trigger guard is marked with the Verified Proof.
Barrel Length: 4” with Full Length Vented Top Rib and Full Length Underlug
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a ramped blade with orange insert pinned to the rib. The rear sight is a white-outlined square notched leaf adjustable for windage and elevation pinned to the frame.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece black checkered rubber with finger grooves and gold Rampant Colt medallions. There are light rubs and minor scratches on the smooth areas of the grip. There is some more notable scratching at the top front corner of the left side. There are no rips or tears. The checkering is sharp. Overall, the grips are in about Very Good-Plus condition.
Type of Finish: Stainless Steel
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion but there some fouling in the grooves and notable fouling at the throat. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 92% of its metal finish. The finish throughout is slightly cloudy and there is some fouling on the sides of the top strap. Some light fouling is also visible along the front edge of the cylinder and there is a distinct turnline at the rear. There are faint scratches and polishing lines throughout. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are Clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly and the cylinder lockup has very little play on each chamber. The double action trigger is smooth and the single action is crisp. 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: None.
Our Assessment: Colt introduced the Anaconda built on a new, heavy “AA” frame to compete with the Ruger Redhawk and S&W Model 29 revolvers. Our impression is that this revolver probably offers a smoother double action pull than the Ruger and is more rugged than the S&W. This revolver would make for a fun day of shooting at the range. This example is in Fine condition with about 92% of its stainless finish. Please see our photos and good luck!
-Greenfield