Colt SAA
WELDON BLEDSOE CATTLEBRAND MASTER ENGRAVED - 1972 COLT SAA - STEERHEAD VORY
STERLING SILVER & GOLD PLATED - 2ND GEN 357 MAGNUM
Sold For:
$10,376.99
Circa:
1972
Caliber:
.357 Magnum
Atlas Collectible Firearms is profoundly honored to present a museum-grade masterpiece of Texas engraving history: a 2nd Generation 1972 Colt Single Action Army chambered in .357 Magnum with a 5.5" barrel. This extraordinary revolver was masterfully hand engraved and signed by the legendary Weldon Bledsoe, the direct apprentice to the "Godfather" of cattle brand engraving, Cole Agee.
This functional work of art features a stunning two-tone silver and gold plated finish, providing a radiant backdrop for Bledsoe's iconic cattle brand motifs. The master's signature, a tiny "WB," is expertly intertwined into the engraving on the right side of the frame. It is fitted with magnificent genuine elephant ivory grips featuring a hand-carved relief steer head on the right panel.
Housed in a vintage walnut presentation case, this holy grail specimen includes a photocopy of the Colt archive letter. The revolver remains in superb collector grade condition, showing no signs of handling or use since the master's work was completed. This is a premier investment opportunity to own a verified piece of engraving lore that serves as a cornerstone for any elite collection.