Colt Single Action Army Bisley .45 Auto Rim

Colt Single Action Army Bisley .45 Auto Rim

Circa 1907 | 4¾" Barrel | King’s Mirror Front Sight | S&W Adjustable Rear Sight | Serial No. 289900

OVERVIEW

Offered here is an exceptional and historically interesting Colt Single Action Army Bisley, serial number 289900, custom chambered in .45 Auto Rim and accompanied by a Tyler Gun Works provenance letter documenting its history.

Serial number 289900 places this revolver in approximately 1907 production. Published Colt serialization records show 1907 beginning around serial 288000, while 1908 begins around 304000. The revolver therefore falls squarely within the original First Generation Bisley production period.

Originally introduced in the 1890s, the Colt Bisley differed substantially from the conventional Single Action Army through its distinctive grip frame, low-profile hammer, and wide trigger. Colt Bisleys shared the standard SAA serial-number sequence and were produced in several barrel lengths and chamberings.

This particular revolver has a much different story than a standard factory Bisley. It's fitted with a 4¾-inch barrel and has been customized and chambered in .45 Auto Rim, with a King’s mirror front sight, and a Smith & Wesson adjustable rear sight.

This revolver was recently acquired from the Jack Mayfield Collection and was represented as having previously belonged to respected gun writer Bart Skelton. During Skelton’s ownership, the revolver was reportedly modified in collaboration with legendary Texas Ranger Joaquin Jackson.

That combination of an original First Generation Colt Bisley foundation, unusual .45 Auto Rim chambering, period-style practical sight modifications, and documented provenance makes this a particularly distinctive piece for the advanced Colt, sixgun, or firearms-history collector.

SPECIFICATIONS & HIGHLIGHTS

• Manufacturer: Colt
• Model: Single Action Army Bisley
• Serial Number: 289900
• Approximate Year of Manufacture: 1907
• Generation: First Generation
• Current Caliber:.45 Auto Rim
• Action: Single Action
• Capacity: 6 Rounds
• Barrel Length: 4¾"
• Front Sight: King’s Mirror Front Sight
• Rear Sight: Smith & Wesson Adjustable Rear Sight
• Grip Frame: Bisley
• Grips: Smooth Wood
• Finish: Blued
• Serial-Matched Components Visible: Frame, trigger guard and butt show serial number 289900
• Provenance: Jack Mayfield Collection
• Previous Owner: Represented as formerly owned by Bart Skelton
• Custom Modification History: Represented as having been modified during Bart Skelton’s ownership in collaboration with Joaquin Jackson
• Documentation: Signed Tyler Gun Works provenance letter included

The .45 Auto Rim chambering is a custom modification, not a standard factory Bisley chambering.

CONDITION

This revolver remains in great overall vintage condition, particularly considering its age, and history.

The metal surfaces display honest finish wear, thinning, handling marks, and age-appropriate patina. The wood grips show normal use and handling while remaining attractive and well fitted.

It's appearance is consistent with a well-used and carefully maintained working custom sixgun.

This revolver is accompanied by a signed Tyler Gun Works provenance letter documenting its acquisition from the Jack Mayfield Collection and the represented connection to Bart Skelton and Joaquin Jackson.

Please review all photographs carefully, as they are part of the description.

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