SOLD - Rare Colt Model 1902 Philippine (47509 - 34252 - RJ)

Description

12/13/24 - This is a rare Colt M1902 Philippine model revolver that was manufactured upon request of the U.S. Army during the Philippine-American War and Moro Rebellion. One of only 4,600 produced. A stronger mainspring was installed to ensure the hammer had enough force to fire the .45 Long Colt government ammunition which was less sensitive than the ammunition on the civilian market. The smaller Model 1878 trigger and trigger guard were replaced with larger versions to help compensate for the resulting stiffer trigger pull. These revolvers also have a lanyard loop on the butt. This example has standard factory sights, markings, and grips; "U.S.," John T. Thompson's "JTT" inspector stamp, "U.S.", and "1902" on the right side of the frame; and Rinaldo A. Carr's "R.A.C." stamp on the rear face of the cylinder, left side of the frame at the hump, and on the left side of the trigger guard. This one appears to have a crudely repaired or manufactured loading gate (see photos). The finish rates roughly 70% with spotty finish loss and splotchy discoloration throughout. Areas of noticeable pitting here and there. Some of the original fire bluing is still visible on the trigger. Fitted with hard rubber grips - on both sides, there are what appear to be chips that have been filled in with hard epoxy. Most of the bore is great with strong rifling, but there is an area of pitting about halfway down the barrel.