The fit of the side plate doesn't look right to me and the "rampant colt" stamp on the side plate is VERY weak. I agree that the right grip panel has been heavily sanded but replacement grips show up on eBay and Gun Broker from time to time.The deep scratches on the bottom of the frame at the barrel might indicate the barrel has been monkeyed ... More @Wikipedia
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