jphendren
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I know that they are not as desirable as the 2nd Gen. Colt's, but are they made well? I just want one to shoot that says Colt on the barrel with all of the correct rollmarks.
Jared
Jared
3rd Gen. Colt's.
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"COLT BLACKPOWDER ARMS CO. Previous manufacturer and retailer of 3rd Generation Colt Black Powder pistols and muskets located in Brooklyn, NY 1994-2002.
All 3rd Generation Colt black powder models are also referred to as Signature Series Models.
A reprise of the original Colt Black powder line, along with historic models not offered in the 2nd Generation, and a new series of Commemoratives, each model (with the exception of the Heirloom Tiffany 1860 Army and 1842 Texas Paterson) bears the Sam Colt signature on the back strap. These 3rd Generation models were manufactured under an authorized licensing agreement with Colt Firearms by Colt Black powder Arms Company – the same company (and many of the same craftsmen) responsible for the 2nd Generation Colt revolvers. Although parts for the Signature Series were cast in Italy, they were fully assembled and hand finished in the United States using the proprietary Colt formulas for bluing and color case hardening.
Colt Black powder Arms Company Signature Series revolvers are regarded as authentic Colt pistols. The 3rd Generation models have original Colt markings, including the barrel address and serial number stampings. There are no foreign proof marks on these authentic Colt models."
"COLT BLACKPOWDER ARMS CO. Previous manufacturer and retailer of 3rd Generation Colt Black Powder pistols and muskets located in Brooklyn, NY 1994-2002.
All 3rd Generation Colt black powder models are also referred to as Signature Series Models.
A reprise of the original Colt Black powder line, along with historic models not offered in the 2nd Generation, and a new series of Commemoratives, each model (with the exception of the Heirloom Tiffany 1860 Army and 1842 Texas Paterson) bears the Sam Colt signature on the back strap. These 3rd Generation models were manufactured under an authorized licensing agreement with Colt Firearms by Colt Black powder Arms Company – the same company (and many of the same craftsmen) responsible for the 2nd Generation Colt revolvers. Although parts for the Signature Series were cast in Italy, they were fully assembled and hand finished in the United States using the proprietary Colt formulas for bluing and color case hardening.
Colt Black powder Arms Company Signature Series revolvers are regarded as authentic Colt pistols. The 3rd Generation models have original Colt markings, including the barrel address and serial number stampings. There are no foreign proof marks on these authentic Colt models."
K.A.T.
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I own both, 2nd and 3rd gen. Colts. The smoothest action I have is in a 3rd gen. 1860 Army. The 2nd gen. laying next to the 3rd gen. The 2nd gen. 1851 is a dark blue shine. The 3rd gen. 1860 is just a hair lighter shade of blue, like a drop of sliver was added to the color, and just a tad more of a shine. I make paint for a living, and look at shine and color everyday, you would probally not notice the difference if it was not pointed out to you. Both are beautiful guns.
I see both on auction sites bringing the same price at times. I don't regret buying the 3rd gen. I have. Some people only want the 2nd gen. because they will letter back to the factory, and some say the 3rd gen. is not a real Colt. Unless someone can say the inside parts are better than the other one, I don't know. They both shoot great for me. I probally didn't help you any, sorry.
I see both on auction sites bringing the same price at times. I don't regret buying the 3rd gen. I have. Some people only want the 2nd gen. because they will letter back to the factory, and some say the 3rd gen. is not a real Colt. Unless someone can say the inside parts are better than the other one, I don't know. They both shoot great for me. I probally didn't help you any, sorry.
jphendren
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Actually, I think that Colt can letter the signature series.
"REVOLVERS
Agent, Army Special, Anaconda, Bankers Special, Border Patrol (c. 1970), Cobra, Commando, Courier, Deringer (4th Model), Lord & Lady Deringer, Detective Special, Diamondback, Frontier Scout, King Cobra, Marshal, New Frontier .22, Officer's Model, Officer's Model Match, Official Police, Pequano, Pocket Positive, Police Positive, Police Positive Special, Python, Peacemaker .22, Three-fifty-seven Magnum, Trooper, Signature Series Black Powder Models, Reproduction Black Powder models"
At least they are listed on their site:
http://www.coltsmfg.com/cmci/archive_prices.asp
Jared
"REVOLVERS
Agent, Army Special, Anaconda, Bankers Special, Border Patrol (c. 1970), Cobra, Commando, Courier, Deringer (4th Model), Lord & Lady Deringer, Detective Special, Diamondback, Frontier Scout, King Cobra, Marshal, New Frontier .22, Officer's Model, Officer's Model Match, Official Police, Pequano, Pocket Positive, Police Positive, Police Positive Special, Python, Peacemaker .22, Three-fifty-seven Magnum, Trooper, Signature Series Black Powder Models, Reproduction Black Powder models"
At least they are listed on their site:
http://www.coltsmfg.com/cmci/archive_prices.asp
Jared
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K.A.T.
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Walker Pictures
Walker, what camera are you using, I want to buy one.
Walker, what camera are you using, I want to buy one.
The Ultimate 3rd Generation Colt
Not for me, but...
http://www.auctionarms.com/search/displayitem.cfm?itemnum=8372533
Not for me, but...
http://www.auctionarms.com/search/displayitem.cfm?itemnum=8372533
dwave
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Me either, that is too fancy, too fancy to shoot.
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KAT,
Thanks for the compliment!
Believe it or not, it's a Panasonic PV-SD4090 1.3 megapixel Palm Camera that's about five years old. I've considered buying a new camera many times, but this one takes such good pictures that I've found it difficult to justify the expense of a new one... I'm not sure you can still buy one...
The real hero of the day, however, is a little program called Adobe Photoshop, and two years of University training in it's use. It has filters that help bring out the best in a photo. The combination of the 4090, Photoshop and a finely crafted Walker revolver make for some great photos!
Al
KAT,
Thanks for the compliment!
Believe it or not, it's a Panasonic PV-SD4090 1.3 megapixel Palm Camera that's about five years old. I've considered buying a new camera many times, but this one takes such good pictures that I've found it difficult to justify the expense of a new one... I'm not sure you can still buy one...
The real hero of the day, however, is a little program called Adobe Photoshop, and two years of University training in it's use. It has filters that help bring out the best in a photo. The combination of the 4090, Photoshop and a finely crafted Walker revolver make for some great photos!
Al
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