Original U.S. Colt "Root" Model 1855 Sidehammer .31cal. Pocket Percussion Revolver Made in 1856 in Custom Case with Accessories - Serial 5855 French Awards Medals Badges Insignia however given Prussia's pre-eminent place

however given Prussia's pre-eminent place in the German Empire formed in 1871

The engraving on the top of the barrel is still fully legible:

but without any evidence of repainting

This is an excellent opportunity to pick up a lovely example of a legendary U

where the alloy fittings contact the wood

Original U.S. Colt "Root" Model 1855 Sidehammer .31cal. Pocket Percussion Revolver Made in 1856 in Custom Case with Accessories - Serial 5855 French Awards Medals Badges Insignia however given Prussia's pre-eminent placeOriginal Item: Only One Available. Just received out of a very well curated old collection! Here is a very rare and unusual Colt Pocket Percussion Revolver, commonly referred to as the M 1855 Root. It features an external side hammer on the right side of the frame, with a 5 shot . 31 caliber cylinder. We have only had two of these previously, and only one in the larger . 31 chambering. These are exceedingly rare, as their delicate action would often