Information on an ASM 3rd Model Colt Dragoon Replica Revolver Rifle

[Double 9]

I recently aquired a Armi San Marco replica of a 3rd Model Colt Dragoon black powder percussion reveolver with a rifle stock from the estate of my late father-in-law.


He purchased the gun new, and I shot it about 10 years ago.



I have done some preliminary research, and have found conflicting information of how rare it is and the value.


From the prefix in the box on the right side of the frame, are the letters, AB. It was made in 1976.


It is in about 80 to 85% condition, as it has some small rust spots starting on the barrel, but the wood, case hardening of the frame, and the engravings on cylinder are still in great condition.


The barrel is 18", and it has a detachable shoulder stock with blue steel harware.


U have seen prices of $275 to $400 for just the gun, $600 to $800 for the shoulder stock, and $1800 for the entire gun.


I tried finding the value in a blue book of gun values, and Gun Digest, and could not find anything.


Is this a rare gun, would anyone be able to provide a definitive answer on its value?


Thanks,


Double 9

[Muley Gil]

The quality varies on the ASM revolvers.

I would guess $600 tops on the combo.

If someone offers you $1800, jump on it!

[lebomm]

I have a San Marco 3rd Dragoon, not cut for stock, with an 1851-style loading lever latch. I had to replace the mainspring because the orig. was so short, it would sometimes slip out from under the hammer roller when cocked. Also, its chamber mouths mike about .460". Apart from those, no other major issues.
I bought this gun at a show barely used for $150, and it's a lot of fun ! It is not, however, a Colt, and I would never expect to pay or receive a collector's price for it. Stocks and the pistols cut for them are understandably less common, but $1800 ? Seems rather optimistic to me.

Larry