Colt Model 1855 Full Stock, Revolving Percussion, Sporting Rifle, .44 Caliber, 30" Barrel

Production of this model was limited to a few hundred as the Colt factory continued to make improvements and refinements to design and ammunition. These rifles were made between 1856 and 1864. This particular one is dated 1863 on the back strap and saw limited use in the Civil War according to family records. It was heavily damaged in the fire losing all its wood parts but all the original metal parts were recovered. After a 3 year, meticulous restoration, this revolving rifle is in its original pre-fire condition. Pains were taken to match the wood from the original. It is a true show piece.