Original U.S. Scarce Colt No.2 "Belt" Model Paterson Revolver Serial 49 with 4 1/2" Barrel and Figured Wood Grip - Only 400 Made - Circa 1838 French Uniforms John Gaspard Le Marchant

John Gaspard Le Marchant

This example is of lightweight cotton canvas construction and measures approximately 33 inches x 12 inches when unfolded completely

Overall condition of the jacket is very good and it is approximately a size 38

but could easily be mounted for display

or a horn or metal bi-pod

Original U.S. Scarce Colt No.2 "Belt" Model Paterson Revolver Serial 49 with 4 1/2" Barrel and Figured Wood Grip - Only 400 Made - Circa 1838 French Uniforms John Gaspard Le MarchantOriginal Item: One of a Kind. This is it! One of the revolvers that started it all for Samuel Colt! These early design revolvers were manufactured beginning in 1837 at Colt's Paterson, New Jersey factory, run by the Patent Arms Manufacturing Company. Powered by the Passaic River next to the "Great Falls" of Paterson, total production was less than 3,000 revolvers before the business ultimately failed in 1842. During this time several different models