Bidspirit auction | Colt Model 1855 Revolving Rifle

Colt Model 1855 Revolving Rifle - SN 539. .56 cal., part octagon then round two stage blued barrel with mirro like bore. The folding three leaf rear sight is graduated for 100, 300 and 600 yards and a block front sight base. Five-shot cylinder, a Root-type side hammer, ratchet-type loading lever. ”COLTS/PATENT” visible on the top strap. The stock and forearm are walnut with a varnish finish. Factory sling swivels are located on the middle barrel band and trigger guard tang. The rifle has an iron cleaning rod with knurled handle and threaded end fitted in the forearm. United States circa 1860, length 110 cm. Condition 1-