Colt Model 5A “Root” 1855 Side-hammer percussion revolver s/n 6456, manufactured circa 1863, with 4 ½ inch round barrel, in .31 caliber. The barrel address reads “ADDRESS COL. COLT / NEW-YORK USA” on two lines. The nipples are integral with the fully fluted cylinder and “PATENTED SEPT. 10^th 1850” is stamped in one of the cylinder flutes. Serial number 6456 is blued with casehardened hammer and loading lever. The grips are one-piece varnished walnut.

Colt Model 5A “Root” 1855 s/n 6456 is in fine condition retaining generous amounts of original blue finish, mainly to the frame and cylinder. The action is fine and in overall good working order.