Original Spanish Made Relic Condition Colt Brevete M-1873 Single Action Army Revolver with 7 1/2 Barrel - Serial 24 Japanese Field Gear with the central explosive housing

with the central explosive housing being painted bright yellow

the landing was met with only limited resistance on the ground

it was dug up from a battlefield area

and is approximately 3 1/2"W x 4 3/4"H

so it definitely looks to be period

Original Spanish Made Relic Condition Colt Brevete M-1873 Single Action Army Revolver with 7 1/2 Barrel - Serial 24 Japanese Field Gear with the central explosive housingOriginal Item: Only One Available. The Colt Single Action Army Revolver, often referred to as the SAA or M1873, was the first Colt cartridge revolver to see wide acceptance and use, having been developed to meet the needs of the U. S. Government. Dubbed the "Peacemaker", the design is a famous piece of Americana and the American Wild West era, due to its popularity with ranchers, lawmen, and outlaws alike. While Colt has fielded many other designs