Original U.S. Colt Large Frame “Express” Lightning .40-60-260 Pump Action Rifle with 28" Round Barrel, Serial No. 1224, Made in 1888 Empire Edged Weapons as many were officially shortened

as many were officially shortened to 10"

meaning this is most likely a pre-2000’s example

with the center pair slightly heavier than the two outer pairs

with the assumption that they would likely be rifled later

one of approximately 10

Original U.S. Colt Large Frame “Express” Lightning .40-60-260 Pump Action Rifle with 28" Round Barrel, Serial No. 1224, Made in 1888 Empire Edged Weapons as many were officially shortenedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an original U. S. Colt Large Frame Express Lightning slide action rifle chambered in . 40 60 260, with a 28" round barrel and serial number 1224, dating production to 1888. It is a strong antique example with good surviving barrel blue, a mellow gray receiver patina, visible Colt Prancing Pony marking, very good walnut stocks, and a crisp functioning action. This is an antique black powder firearm