All 1848's were 5 shot the 1849's were made in both 5 and 6 shot. Some 49's were made without loading leavers called the Wells Fargo Model.
I guess Colt felt Wells Fargo agents were good shots and didn't need to reload.
Ron S.
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Of all the things that I have lost it's my mind I miss the most.
Great Grandson of William Gibson ( Canal boat builder ) ( 1862 Militia South Mountain )
( Co. C 116 Infantry, 106th Pennsylvania Regiment, Gettysburg
Rev.22:20 - 1 Thessalonians 4: 16-17 The Best Is yet To Come
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