These gun cases are reproductions of cases that were manufactured by Colt contract suppliers in the 1850's, 60's and 70's. The interior designs and the finish are copied from cases that I have researched over the past 15 years. I have also duplicated the lock, hinges, lock plate, and even the style of inletting. Cloth colors are a match of the original Colt colors. You will also see a reproduction of a Colt instruction label inside the lid that is available upon request. The overall construction of the case is better than the originals (with a pine veneer plywood bottom instead of the scrap pine used in the 1800's). Original cases of this type run in the $2000-$3500 range in fair condition, if you can find them at all. These are a high quality alternative.