^Lot 40 Scarce Egyptian Contract Remington Model 1875 Single Action Revolver

Scarce Egyptian Contract Remington Model 1875 Single Action Revolver, #12415, .44 Rem. cal., 7.5'' round barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut grips, ''pinched'' blade front sight, fixed ''U''-notch rear sight, with lanyard ring. Barrel address reads from breech to muzzle "E. REMINGTON & SONS. ILION, N.Y. U.S.A." Serial number located on left side of the grip frame and back of each grip in pencil. There is a small ''(star)R'' located on left side of the barrel and another is very faintly marked on left side of the frame; both are adjacent of each other. Walnut grips with ''JWR'' inspector's cartouche (James W. Reilly, Major) on the bottom left grip panel. One of approx. 10,000 that were ordered by the Egyptian government, exact numbers are unknown but only a small quantity were made or delivered. Revolver is in good condition with an overall smooth brown patina to the metal, showing evidence of light cleaning and likely an old refinish. There are some intermittent specks of light pitting, primarily on the barrel assembly. Barrel address is legible. Proof mark on the barrel is light but visible; frame is very faint and partially visible. Grips are fine with clear inspector's cartouche, showing moderate age and wear. Action is crisp. Bore with scattered light to moderate erosion; rifling is good. Est.: $2,500-$3,500. (Antique)(Michael Strietbeck Collection)