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Six-Chambered Colt Revolver

1996.24.2048A

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    Basic Information

    Artifact Identification Six-Chambered Colt Revolver   (1996.24.2048A)
    Classification/
    Nomenclature
    1. Science & Technology T&E
      2. :
    2. Armaments
      3. :
    3. Firearms
    Artist/Maker “Colt. PT. F. A. Mfg. Co. Hartford, Connecticut USA. 38 W.C.F.“ incised on barrel.
    Geographic Location
    Period/Date 1900 - 1905 CE
    Culture American

    Physical Analysis

    Dimension 1 (Length) 27.7 cm
    Dimension 2 (Width) 12.8 cm
    Dimension 3 (Diameter) 4.3 cm
    Weight 1120 g
    Measuring Remarks The diameter is that of the chamber. Width was measured with the barrel parallel to ground.
    Materials Plastic, Metal
    Manufacturing Processes Manufacturing
    Munsell Color Information Black (N 1.5/ 2.0% R) -Barrel. Medium Gray (5GY 6/.5) -Chamber casing. Deep Orange Yellow (10YR 6/12) -Handle.

    Research Remarks

    Published Description N/A
    Description N/A
    Comparanda N/A
    Bibliography N/A

    Artifact History

    Archaeological Data N/A
    Credit Line/Dedication Reginald and Gladys Laubin Collection
    Reproduction No
    Reproduction Information N/A

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