Colt SAA Lawman Series Pat Garrett Commemorative .45 Cal 5.5″ Revolver C&R

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SOLD FOR: $3,025.00

LSB#: LSB251213BG007

Make: Colt

Model: Single Action Army, Pat Garrett Commemorative

Serial Number: 10PGP ( #10 OF 500)

Year of Manufacture: 1968 / C&R

Caliber: .45 Colt

Action Type: 6-Shot Single Action Revolver with Side Loading Gate Cylinder

Markings: The top of the barrel is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A.”. The right side of the barrel is marked in “LAWMAN SERIES – PAT GARRETT”. The left side of the barrel is marked “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45” The left side of the frame is marked “PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871 / ” JULY 2. 72 / “” JAN.19. 75” with the Rampant Colt logo. The underside of the frame is marked with the serial number “10PGP”. The left side of both grip frames are marked with the serial number. The grip panels are not marked with a serial number (per the original commemorative) but are the original style of grips the commemorative was issued with. The left front of the trigger guard is marked with a “VP” in a triangle and at the rear with “V”.

Barrel Length: 5.5″

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a quarter round blade fixed to the barrel. The rear sight is a square groove in the top strap.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece Colt Pearl-lite with the gold Colt medallions on the top. The stocks show minimal marks and signs from handling and storage wear. The grips rate in about Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Gold and nickel plated

Finish Originality: Original.

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion present. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10 out of 10.

Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 95% of its metal finish. The gun appears to have been stored in the presentation case for most of its life. The balance shows very minimal wear both handling and storage but shows signs of old oil or grease that solidified during storage. There is a partial intermittent turn line on the cylinder and no carbon buildup. The screw heads are sharp and the markings are clear. Overall, this revolver rates in about Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action works properly. The cylinder lockup is tight. We did not fire this revolver. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Revolver comes with Gold felt-lined presentation case with paperwork with the original cardboard protective sleeve. Case is marked “THE LAWMAN SERIES / PAT GARRETT”. The case has its original cardboard protective sleeve.

Our Assessment: The Colt Single Action Army is one of the most recognizable revolvers ever produced and has been closely associated with the lawmen, outlaws, and frontier figures of the American West since its introduction in 1873. Chambered in .45 Colt and prized for its rugged single action design, the revolver became the sidearm of choice for many historical figures of the frontier era. During the 1960s, Colt celebrated this legacy by releasing the Lawman Series of commemorative revolvers, each honoring a famous Western lawman whose career helped shape the mythology of the American frontier.

This example is the Pat Garrett Lawman Series commemorative produced in 1968 as a limited run of only 500 revolvers. Pat Garrett is best remembered as the New Mexico sheriff who famously pursued and killed the outlaw Billy the Kid in 1881, making him one of the most well known lawmen of the Old West. These commemorative revolvers were specially finished with gold and nickel plating, Pearl-Lite grips with gold Colt medallions, and special Lawman Series Pat Garrett barrel markings. This revolver is number 10 of the 500 produced, making it an early example from the limited run and especially desirable to collectors.

This revolver remains in about Excellent overall condition and retains approximately 95 percent of its original finish with only light handling or storage wear. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and the mechanics function properly with tight lockup. It is accompanied by its original gold felt lined presentation case, paperwork, and protective cardboard sleeve marked for the Pat Garrett Lawman Series. With its low serial number, limited production, and attractive presentation, this revolver represents a desirable collectible commemorating one of the most famous lawmen of the American frontier. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids!