Colt Blackpowder Arms Co. Whitneyville-Hartford Dragoon Signature Series Marine Commemorative .44, 7.5-Inch, Silver/Gold-Plated Cap-and-Ball Revolver
This Signature Series Marine Commemorative Whitneyville-Hartford Dragoon stands out for its factory silver-plated barrel and frame paired with a 24-karat gold-plated cylinder and select small parts. It is a .44-caliber, single-action percussion replica with a 7.5-inch half-octagon, wedge-retained barrel and period-correct markings, complemented by Marine-themed backstrap engraving. It comes with the Colt Blackpowder Signature Series factory box and manual.
The backstrap bears a Sam Colt facsimile signature alongside "Semper Fidelis," while the non-fluted, six-shot cylinder carries the roll-engraved Dragoon battle scene. Signature Series production details, correct Colt markings, and commemorative finishes make this a distinctive limited-edition presentation of the historic Dragoon pattern.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor, superficial scratches and small blemishes are present on exterior surfaces.
What’s Included
- Colt Blackpowder Signature Series factory box (labeled '1854 Whitneyville Marine' F1854)
- Colt Black Powder Instruction Manual (Signature Series)
This limited-edition Marine Dragoon Commemorative from the Colt Blackpowder Arms Co. Signature Series features a silver-plated steel barrel and frame with a 24-karat gold-plated cylinder and select small parts. It is built with a one-piece walnut grip and a 7.5-inch round/half-octagon barrel secured by a traditional wedge.
Factory engraving and markings include the backstrap inscription "Semper Fidelis" with a Sam Colt facsimile signature, plus a cylinder roll-engraved with the classic Dragoon battle scene. The barrel is marked "ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY," and the frame is stamped "COLT'S PATENT."
Mechanical configuration is faithful to the Dragoon pattern: single-action percussion (cap-and-ball) operation, a non-fluted six-shot cylinder, and a Dragoon-style hinged/latched loading lever. Sighting is via a front blade and a rear notch in the hammer.
As a Signature Series reproduction, this piece highlights period-correct construction details like the wedge-retained barrel and appropriate address/patent markings. It is accompanied by the factory-labeled Signature Series box and manual, with matching serial numbers present on multiple parts.