Colt Single Action Army Cavalry Model, serial 119054, made in 1887, in .45 Long Colt with the 7 1/2-inch barrel. The barrel keeps about 95 percent of its original blue and the frame shows bright case colors. The grips are original, coarsely checkered, with sharp cartouches still visible. The supplier describes the gun as completely original. It comes with a letter of authentication from Colt Single Action expert John Kopec, who declares it all original and gives it his Golden Seal, which he reserves for the finest original guns at his discretion.

This revolver is for the serious collector of U.S. Cavalry Colts. A DFC-inspected gun with most of its finish, original checkered grips and a Kopec letter is as well documented as a Single Action Army of this period gets, and the Golden Seal is the point that will matter most to buyers who follow Kopec's work. It is a display and study piece, not something to take to the range.

Key features

• 1887 Colt SAA Cavalry Model, .45 Long Colt
• 7 1/2-inch barrel, about 95 percent original blue
• Bright case colors on the frame
• Original grips with sharp cartouches
• John Kopec letter with Golden Seal

It ships to the FFL dealer you choose at checkout, where Form 4473 and the background check are completed before you collect it.