I was at a local gun show today and someone was selling a 1847 Colt Walker .44 caliber Commemorative numbered xx of 100. It comes with a beautiful display presentation case (see pictures). I'm not big on commemoratives so looking for some help/opinions on the value. I appreciate any thoughts on what it's worth. Thank you.

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My initial google search found one NIB at northerntactical.com (never heard of them) for $995.00...

For what THAT'S worth...?

Cheers!

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Are you going to shoot it, leave it as is and hope it appreciates in value, or…

Most of the commemoratives I have seen on the secondary resale market go for less than the initial cost. Basically dogs on the market.

Kevin

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It's just an Italian-made Uberti, dressed up after the fact by Colt.
As for it's "collectability", it's not much different than buying Elvis commemorative knick-knacks from the Franklin Mint.

It might make a nice centerpiece at the local trailer park.
Otherwise, just a waste of money.

This one is made by Colt Black Powder Co. and is marked "Made in the U.S.A." I found online that new they sold for $3,900. Not sure if this makes a difference or not but thank you everyone for your comments.

Colt “made” those revolvers from parts imported from Uberti. Or maybe Colt Blackpowder Co was the subcontractor set up by Lou Imperato to allow them to use the “Colt” name. Still made with Uberti parts

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In the article I found it says "Designed in conjunction with author and historian Dennis Adler and master engraver Andrew Bourbon, the deluxe hand-engraved edition is limited to 100 cased revolvers. Each revolver in the edition is produced by Colt Blackpowder Arms Co.

I would not be so quick to dismiss its value nearly that easily. I believe there would be considerable collector interest in it if in fact was limited to a production of 100 and has any kind of official connection to Colt. I once had a real Walker some 40 years ago and sold it far too soon and too cheap, and have regretted it ever since.

Thank you everyone for your input. I know I've never seen another one except for one that is currently listed on Gun Broker. Either way it's one of the most beautiful guns I've never seen and certainly has Colt history being it was produced by Colt Blackpowder Arms Company which I believe is no longer producing any guns.

Just a thought. Contact Colts and see if they can letter this revolver for you.

Kevin

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Great idea to contact Colt. I will look into that. Thank you.