^Lot 252 Antique Colt Medium Frame Lightning slide action rifle (first type barrel markings without sliding

Antique Colt Medium Frame Lightning slide action rifle (first type barrel markings without sliding breech cover), .38-40 cal., 25-1/2” round barrel, blue finish, wood stocks, #17572. This gun is in overall verygood condition showing approx. 45% original muted finish, with balance gone to a plum brown patina, very good bore and action, good markings; stocks overall good showing even wear and scattered old mars and scratchesfrom carry and storage; ivory blade in front sight; manufactured by Colt between 1884 and 1902. Est.: $1,500-$3,000.