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Nice revolver
cylinder
It appears that this is a Colt New Model Pocket Pistol Of Navy Caliber. The engraving on the cylinder should say Stagecoach Holdup.
From what I've learned on the Internet, the number on the butt is a government inventory control number. The serial number is stamped on the frame of the revolver; look for it after swinging out the cylinder.
Proofhouse.com has Colt sn info
The butt.
tap the narrow part of the wedge with a piece of wood or plastic mallet. it should slide out.
On a Colt revolver, the serial number is generally in two places. When you open the cylinder you will find the serial number at the base of the frame & crane.
What is the age of a Colt .45 Single Action Army with a serial number ofSA95946
The Colt Single Action Army revolver. AKA the Colt .45
Proofhouse.com has Colt sn data.
1873