[marlin4570]

I recently purchased a Colt SAA chambered in 32-20 with a 4.5 barrel. I sent the serial number, 281468, to Colt Archives for a letter. I got a note back saying they couldn't find record of my Colt and they believe it was manufactured around 1898. I looked up the number in RL Wilson's book and thought it was around 1906. The only other distinguishing features are hard, brown, plastic grips with rampant Colts. The top of the barrel is double lined. Anyone have any opinion on this? Thank you for your help.

 

[marlin4570]

I guess I need to call them and ask them to look again? Has anyone ever had issues getting a letter? I have a couple Colt letters and a number of other letters and never had one sent back as unobtainable.