Colt Cloverleaf 1871

Around 7400 of these Colt Cloverleaf also called House Pistol were produced by Colt between 1871 and 1876. The 1.5″/38-mm barrel is quite rare. It was either octagonal or round. The 3″/ 76 mm revolver was only produced with a round barrel. Both types were available in various finishes: with a bronze frame and a blued barrel and cylinder, fully nickel-plated.

Since 1875 the House Pistol was also produced in a five-shot version with a round cylynder. About 2500 revolvers of this version were made with serial numbers reaching over 6000. This weapon was only provided with a 73 mm barrel.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

Calibre : .41″ (10.4)

Catridge capacity: 4 catridges

Operation : single-action

Firing system : rim-fire

Breach-loading :N/A

Length : 133 mm (5.25″) or 171.5 mm (6.75″)

Barrel length : 38 mm (1.5) or 76 mm (3″)

Weight : 397 g (14 oz.) or 454 g (16 oz.)

Grip : walnut or rosewood

Sight: bead

Safety: half-cock hammer

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