[pohill]

I saw a Colt 1851 .36 Navy in a shop today. The frame, barrel and hammer (and innards) were original (1st Generation). The loading lever, cylinder and grips were 2nd Generation. Nice gun, great Colt address on the barrel. The action was a little rough but that could be worked on.
So, what do you call this gun? An original with new parts, a new gun with old parts, a refurbished gun...
Remember,the 2nd Generation Colts can be "lettered."
I passed on the gun (it was under $500.00).

[Tomahawk674]

I call it a Frankenstein...

[Hawkeye748]

It's what I call semi-restored. Original restored with new parts. Re-Furbished original also works for me. Not a bad price. The original parts are worth that much if you part it out.

[Das Jaeger]

MINE if I were you ! :D

Jeager , who'd call it a Colt and shoot it :D

[pohill]

It's tempting. They're asking $495 but if you pay cash (or check) it's $445.
I have an 1851 - I'm holding out for an 1860.
If anyone's interested, send me a PM (it's in NH - the heart of the Yankee States ;)).