Early Ruger Old Army Percussion Revolver 1975 w/ Box

Serial #140-23969 44 (.457), 7 1/2" barrel with unfired shiny bore. This is a forth Year production 1975 Ruger Old Army Percussion Revolver which appears unfired. This example retains all of the original finish with only the faintest cylinder marks and a small blemish on the top strap left side in front of cylinder. There is one tiny marks on the bottom of the frame grip area. The grips are near mint with one tiny indents on the very bottom of the left grip panel and maintains a rich patina. The hammer, likewise is in near mint condition. The box that accompanies this revolver is marked January 1973 as is the instruction manual, some one has labeled the box with the guns serial number, not known if this is the original box. Overall excellent example of a classic Old Army. Antique