This is a strong condition Martial Colt 1st Model Dragoon with just enough condition and an untouched look to classify it as fine to very fine condition for this model. This big Colt Dragoon was carried in the holster for a long time but used, not abused. The barrel, showing muzzle and front sight wear is in brown patina with generous, original military blue on its bottom. The cylinder, in light brown patina, retains about 85% scene with "U.S. Dragoons" and "Colt's Patent" motifs visible. Most of the scene characters are visible as is the Ormsby signature. All in all, a very strong scene with even some backround characters in view. The frame, hammer and lever show some traces of original silvered-out case hardening mixing with light brown. The grips show heavy wear to the bottom side edges, but the cartouches are high enough (common on 1st models) that they have survived. "WN" on the left flat is almost fully visible, and the "WAT" shows its top border on the right. Major parts to include the hammer, lever, frame, barrel, cylinder, backstrap and triggerguard are sub-inspected with an "N". All parts are matching including the lever latch with the exception of the wedge which is 366. By today's standards, this is a really nice First Model and it's priced like a civilian. This is a bargain.