WITHDRAWN Metropolitain 1862 police/ original.

[andy52]

I bought this Metropolitain 1862 a couple of months ago at a auction along with some other muzzleloaders.
At that time I wasn't sure if I'd keep it or not, I'm really not a revolver person so I've decided to place it for sale here.
It's in incredibly good condition for its age no pitting on the surface and minimal pitting in the bore and cylinders.
The gun was manufactured in 1864 and has all matching numbers, it falls into the ser# range of the Metropolitans that were not marked with the manufactures name. These revolvers are rarer than colts and almost impossible to find in this condition.
I'm asking 1500.00 shipped, no offers, and no price reductions, In this condition the revolver retails at between 3-4 thousand
If it doesn't sell here I'll place it in one of the auction houses and even at a 20% commission will make more than 1500.
Here's a link to some history of the gun:
Antique Arms, Inc. - Metropolitan Arms Co. Police Model Revolver (antiquearmsinc.com)
Ask any pertinent questions.

 

[Smokey Plainsman]

What is the condition of the action?

 

[andy52]

The action is spot on, the timing is the same. Locks up tight and firm. This revolver hasn't seen much use and I would suspect it was a nightstand, sock drawer, or shop keepers gun.

 

[andy52]

Just to make things a little more appealing I'll offer a 3-day non-firing return but the purchaser will have to pay the return shipping. I'll also throw in 100 .375 round balls and felt wads.

 

[Coldfingers]

These 1862 model revolvers in my opinion, are the best looking handguns colt made. I have a pair of reproductions that I love. dang I just bought a trade gun, good luck, nice revolver.

 

[andy52]

TTT
I'll let this run until this Sunday, then the revolver is head to an auction.