Question on 1st gen frames?

Started by Rawhidesmith, January 28, 2013, 05:02:36 PM

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Rawhidesmith

January 28, 2013, 05:02:36 PM
Were the frames on 1st gen 1873 Colt SAA frames  color case hardened?

Tascosa Joe

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January 28, 2013, 05:15:18 PM
The short answer is yes.  Nickel and silver plate were other options.  A few were full blue, but VERY few.  9 times out of 10 if you find a 1st Gen with a blue frame it has been refinished.
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