Unholstering History: Why Lot 5 Colts Reign in Gun Collecting

A Colt Single Action Army from the famed Lot 5, is one of the most sought after versions from arguably one of the most popular collecting genres in the field of fine American arms.

But what is a Lot 5 Colt? How can you identify a Lot 5 Colt and why are they so desirable by even the most advanced Colt collections? The answers are found in one of the most famous battles in American history.