Outstanding Colt Bisley Flattop Target Model Revolver with Rare "FOR .44 S&W CTG" Marking
A truly rare investment opportunity for serious collectors, this exceptional Colt Bisley Single Action Flattop Target Model revolver was produced in 1900 and is one of only 64 ever made in the coveted .44 S&W chambering, as documented in “The 36 Calibers of the Colt Single Action Army” by Brown. This revolver combines the highly sought-after Bisley Target Model features, including the flat top strap and sides fitted with a dovetail-mounted target rear sight, a solid front sight base with an adjustable nickel-silver blade, and the signature Bisley “Humpback” grip and back strap for improved accuracy and comfort. It also boasts a curved wide hammer with a knurled spur, a wide smooth-faced trigger, and the original checkered hard rubber Bisley grips adorned with the Rampant Colt trademark in an oval at the top. The revolver gleams with Colt’s high polish commercial blue finish, highlighted by a color casehardened hammer and vivid niter blue accents on the rear sight, trigger, and screws. Markings remain crisp and clear, with the proper single-line Hartford address atop the barrel, “(BISLEY MODEL) FOR 44 S & W CTG.” on the left, the serial number “44” beneath, and classic Colt patent and trademark stamps on the left side of the frame. Every detail attests to its authenticity, including factory assembly and inspection marks, matching full and partial serial numbers on all major parts, and discreet proof and inspector stamps. As one of the so few Bisley Target Models in this rare caliber, offered in outstanding original condition, this revolver represents a pinnacle of Colt collecting, combining extreme scarcity, historic allure, and enduring investment potential.
Excellent plus. The revolver retains 98% of the bright original factory high polish blue finish. The revolver shows only the slightest collector type thinning on the high edges. The back strap and grip strap have some light handling wear with some thinning on the blue finish. The frame screws are in perfect condition and the screw heads and trigger retain nearly all of the niter blue finish. The hammer has all of the casehardened finish with vivid case colors. The grips are also excellent. All of the markings are crisp. Safety notch is worn; otherwise, mechanically excellent. This is an exceptional example of a Colt Bisley Flattop Model revolver. Examples of this revolver chambered for the .44 S&W cartridge are rare and to find one in such high condition as this would be nearly impossible to improve upon.
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