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Premier Firearms Auction #57

November 30, 2012

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Premier Firearms Auction #57

November 30, 2012

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Scarce and Interesting Frankenau Patent Double Action Pinfire Purse Revolver

Lot 1

British - Revolver

Discussed in Winant's "Firearms Curiosa", with an example pictured on page 159, the Frankenau was patented in both England and America in 1877, and performed double duty as a change purse and as a 5-shot defensive revolver. Though sights are not included, the typical armed robbery scenario (very short ranges and poor/non-existent light) renders the disadvantage moot, and the innocent appearance of the arm allows it to be brought into play on the pretence of surrendering it to the assailant. The outer case is silver finished brass with black leather side panels, marked "FRANKENAU'S PATENT." along the top, with a conventional spring-loaded pushbutton release on the top right, and a manually operated, flat-laying latch on the left. Pushing the button opens up a shallow but functional storage compartment, while the latch permits access to the main compartment and the revolver, which is marked with London proofs on the cylinder and a "crown/Z" on the rear. Also inside the compartment is a spring loaded retainer for an ejector rod (not included) and a series of holes in the lid near the muzzle and air gap, to permit the venting of gases after firing. The folding trigger is mounted on the underside, and is connected to a hinged muzzle cover on the front; opening one automatically opens the other, increasing the speed that the revolver can be brought into play.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 5 mm

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Scarce "Curiosa" E. Carlstrom Sleeve Rifled Barrel Pistol with Original Box

Lot 2

E Carlstrom Sleeve Pistol 30 CF

This sleeve pistol was described in Elek B. Juhasy's August 27, 1929 patent as an "automatic concealed firearm for self defense." The rifled barrel unscrews for loading and fires a .30 caliber center fire cartridge. The pistol is fastened to a leather strap by a metal stiffener which is marked "PATENTED E. CARLSTROM CHICAGO/4852S MAY ST./U.S.A." The leather strap has elastic bands to fit around the forearm. A striker similar to that found on pen pistols is pulled back in order to cock the gun. The striker is released when the operator pulls back on a wire that is attached to a ring on the middle finger by flipping the hand upwards. The pistol has a two piece black box. This pistol is described in Lewis Winant's book FIREARMS CURIOSA, pages 161-162.

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Curio and Relic

Caliber / Gauge: 30 CF

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Lot 3

Unique European Percussion Combination Key/Pistol with Ivory Gri

This is an example of an extremely rare percussion combination key/pistol. Measuring 4 1/2" in total length, the underside of the barrel is fitted with a 7/8" long key bit, marked "677" on the left side. Hammer and trigger are checkered, with the right side of the frame near the breech marked "BREVETE SGLG/ ED". Grips are smooth bag shaped ivory.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 5 mm

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Extremely Rare S.P. Cottrell & Son Flashlight Revolver with Extra Revolver Action -A) Cottrell Flashlight Revolver

Lot Contains 2 Items

Lot 4

Extremely Rare S.P. Cottrell & Son Flashlight Revolver w/ Extra

Manufactured circa 1920s. The two cell type flashlight is controlled by a sliding button on the left side. The revolver unit with barrel is mounted into the front portion of the flashlight by two screws. Double action with a folding trigger. The flashlight is stamped with the two line Buffalo, New York address above the two line, two date (1922, 1923) patent marking. This unusual revolver is mentioned in Lewis Winant's FIREARMS CURIOSA, pages 162-63.

Curio and Relic

Caliber / Gauge: 22 RF

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Rare and Unique Cromwell Type Pinfire Knife Pistol with Engraved German Silver Fittings and Carved Ivory Stocks

Lot 5

Continental Knife Pistol 7 mm pinfire

This unique pistol was manufactured without sights or markings. A spring loaded flip-up barrel is controlled by a pushbutton on the left front grip panel. On the right side is a 3 1/2 inch dagger point blade with a full length unsharpened false edge. Alongside the sear and trigger is a retention latch for the blade, fitted with a manual release stud at the rear, and additionally can be activated with a strong pull of the trigger. The hammer has a curved checkered spur and the sear runs along the underside of the frame to a corkscrew style trigger. The trigger can be manually extended or deployed automatically by cocking the hammer. The pistol has steel working components, ribbed German silver panels at the blade hinge and a floral scroll engraved German silver grip frame. Fitted with finely carved floral pattern ivory panels on each side and a lanyard mount on the butt.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 7 mm pinfire

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Unwin & Rodgers Double Blade Knife Pistol with Accessories and Custom Case

Lot 6

Unwin & Rodgers Knife Pistol 32

German silver barrel, marked with a pair of crossed scepter proofs on the upper left flat. Fitted with a smooth straight hammer spur, folding trigger and a pair of knife blades, 3 1/4 and 2 inches long, the smaller marked "F.NEWTON/SHEFFIELD" and "HAND/FORGED" on the ricasso. Smooth horn grips, with a patch box at the rear, tweezers and a single cavity mold. In a custom walnut case featuring a blank brass panel on the lid and maroon leather inner lining, marked in gold with the Royal Coat of Arms over "BY HER MAJESTY'S ROYAL PATENT/THE CELEBRATED PISTOL KNIFE,/INVENTED AND MANUFACTURED BY/UNWIN AND RODGERS.", red felt compartment lining, nipple wrench, cap tin, key and a combination powder/cap/ball flask.

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Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 32

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Unique European Double Barrel Percussion Dagger Pistol with Etched Blade

Lot 7

Unknown Knife Pistol 31 percussion

This percussion pistol has double barrels that are separated by a 9 inch blade. The spear blade features an extensive floral scroll etching that incorporates military motifs. The center of the blade is grooved. Two crown proofs are stamped on the "S" shaped iron cross guard under the barrels. The double percussion hammers also act as part of the cross guard and when one hammer is cocked, a single folding trigger is released. The grip has two German silver panels. The panels have a twist pattern.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 31 percussion

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Lot 8

Unique British Proofed Percussion Knife Pistol

This unique knife pistol resembles an Unwin & Rodgers but is unmarked. The barrel is stamped with two British proofs and there are no maker markings. The folding blade is 2 3/4 inches long. The grip straps are German silver and the frame is fitted with checkered stag panels. The pistol has a folding trigger. The back strap has a cap compartment and the left panel has provisions for tweezers (tweezers are included).

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 31 percussion

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Lot 9

Unique James Tidmarsh Excelsior Marked Percussion Knife Pistol

The 3 1/4 inch folding blade is marked "JAMES/TIDMARSH" on the left side of the ricasso and the left side of the blade is marked "EXCELSIOR". The action has a two position spring firing mechanism. The barrel folds out for firing. The frame is fitted with smooth horn scales with rivets. The frame also has a lanyard swivel.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 28 Percussion

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Outstanding Engraved James Warner Pocket Revolver with Relief Carved Ivory Grips

Lot 10

Warner James Pocket Revolver 28

Pin front and hammer notch rear sights, with "JAMES WARNER. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. U.S.A." on the top strap, "12" under the grip on the left and "WARNER'S PT/ 1857" under the grip on the right. The "12" is repeated in ink on both grip panels, with the left featuring a raised carved design of a helmed centurion above the screw and an American shield below. Fine scroll engraving is present on the sides of the frame, top, and backstrap, with border engraving around the address and striped lines on either side of the hammer, and the cylinder is finely etched, with 3 knurled bands flanking leafy and patriotic designs. Present on the left side of the frame is a small screw which secures the hand spring, one of the signature features of the Warner Pocket Pistol.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 28

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Gutta Percha Cased Early Production Allen & Wheelock 22 Sidehammer Rimfire Revolver

Lot 11

Allen & Wheelock Side Hammer Revolver 22 RF

This is a scarce example of an early production .22 caliber sidehammer revolver manufactured by Allen & Wheelock circa 1858. The revolver has the early production features such as the long cylinder pin entering from the rear, the hammer striking right of center and grooved top strap for sighting. The left barrel flat has the two line address/1858 patent date marking and the cylinder has engraved scenes inside five circular panels. Matching numbers on frame, barrel, cylinder and grips. Fitted with smooth grips. The Gutta Percha hinged case is velvet lining and has a cartridge block holding 50 cartridges featuring the "U" head stamp.

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Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 22 RF

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Lot 12

Rare James Reid New Model Knuckle Duster Single Action Revolver

Also known as the "Protector", this model was manufactured in 1883 with a total production of only about 360. All of the New Model Knuckle Duster fall in the serial number range of about 18240 to 18600. The iron frame is a partial reversion to the Knuckle-Duster type design which is larger in the front to accommodate the barrel and the finger hole has more of a separate "bow" appearance rather than the solid one-piece appearance. The left side of the barrel is marked "REIDS NEW MODEL .32./MY FRIEND", the serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame (finger bow) and the bottom of the barrel at the breech end is marked "15". The revolver is chambered for the 32 rimfire cartridge, has a five-round fluted cylinder, spur type hammer, knurled cylinder pin and the loading groove on the right side of the frame (not encountered on all New Models). The revolver features the standard scroll and punch-dot engraving on the sides of the grip area and trigger sheath and checkered on the backstrap. In the September 1883, catalog of G.W. Turner and Ross of Boston, Mass., the "New 5 Shot Protector" was advertised as the "Handsomest Revolver In the Market" and "Elegantly hand engraved and in mechanism and finish equal to any Colt or Smith & Wesson". A pretty bold claim at the time that was backed by a warranty equal to any Colt or Smith & Wesson as well. The selling price in 1883 was $6.75 or two for $13.00.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 32 RF

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Excellent Connecticut Arms Hammond Patent "Bulldog" Single Shot Pistol in Rare Nickel Finish

Lot 13

Connecticut Arms & Manufacturing Co Bulldog Pistol 44 RF

Manufactured from 1866 to the late 1880s with a total production of approximately 8,000. These pistols feature a unique pivoting breechblock. The top of the barrel is marked "CONNECTICUT ARMS & MANFG CO NAUBUC CONN." and the top of the breechblock is marked "PATENTED OCT. 25. 1864" and the serial number is marked on the frame under the grip. Brass blade front sight and a notch in the breechblock release button serves as the rear sight. All nickel finish with blue hammer and trigger, and fitted with checkered hard rubber grips.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 44 RF

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Lot 14

Brooklyn Arms Separated Chambered Pocket Revolver

Manufactured circa 1863-64. This revolver is chambered for the 32 rimfire cartridge a features a 5 round cylinder with individual chambers in the form of sliding tubes within cutouts on the cylinder. The chambers slide forward one at a time over a fixed rod on the right side to load and eject. Standard barrel patent marking and standard scroll engraving on the brass frame. The back of the grips are stamped "H/12".

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 32 RF

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Outstanding Remington Over/Under Derringer with Scarce Factory Box and Cleaning Rod

Lot 15

Remington Arms Inc Derringer Pistol 41 RF

Manufactured from 1912 to 1935 this Type III derringer is marked "REMINGTON ARMS--U.M.C. CO. ILION N.Y." on the solid rib. Matching serial number on the barrels and left side of frame under the grip. The pistol has a manual extractor and checkered grips. The consignor states that this derringer was purchased from a hardware store in Algood, Tennessee, circa 1913-1914 and was subsequently purchased by his father in 1970. He has attested to this in a letter dated October 11, 2010. Included with the pistol is the correct factory box, wax paper and cleaning rod.

Documentation

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Curio and Relic

Caliber / Gauge: 41 RF

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Factory Engraved Remington Number One Vest Pocket Pistol with Two Digit Serial Number

Lot 16

E. Remington & Sons Vest Pocket Pistol 22

Manufactured between 1865 and 1888, this pistol is also known as the Saw Handle Deringer. Correct without markings (early production pistols were completely unmarked). The sides of the barrel feature zig zag line and circle pattern engraving with five small circles engraved on each side flat on the octagonal breech end of the barrel. Both sides of the frame feature factory stipple scroll engraving. The two digit serial number is stamped on the left side of the frame under the grip. The pistol is nickel finished a with niter blue trigger and hammer, has a post front and frame notch rear sights and fitted with smooth walnut grips.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 22

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Lot 17

Remington Rider Magazine Pistol

Manufactered from 1871 to 1888. The pistol has the standard factory scroll engraving with the top barrel flat marked with the two line address/patent date. Fitted with smooth bird head grips.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 32 RF

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Lot 18

Attractive Cased Factory Engraved Remington No. 1 Vest Pocket Pi

Manufactured from 1865 to 1888 with this a factory engraving. The sides of the frame feature scroll engraving on a punch dot background. The barrel marking of "REMINGTON'S ILION, N.Y./PATENT OCT. 1, 1861" (faint) is outlined in a line border flanked by dot pattern engraving. Floral and geometric engraving is featured on the back strap. Matching numbers on the barrel and frame under the left grip. Fitted with smooth rosewood grips. In a contemporary leatherette case lined with green velvet.

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Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 22

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Lot 19

Rare 1 of 100 Remington Type I Transitional Over/Under Derringer

Manufactured circa 1867-1868, this is an example of a Type I, Transitional (aka Model 1 First Variant) over/under Remington derringer. Remington manufactured only about 100 of these derringers. The left side center rib is marked "ELLIOT'S PATENT DEC. 12, 1865" and the right side rib "E.REMINGTON & SONS, ILION, N.Y.". The matching serial number is marked on the frame under the grips and on the underside of the barrel. The left side is fitted with a manual extractor. All nickel finish, blade front and notch rear sights and fitted with smooth rosewood grips.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 41 RF

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Lot 20

Very Fine E. Remington & Sons Elliot Derringer

One of approximately 25,000 manufactured between 1863 and 1888. This example is marked on the top of the barrel cluster "MANUFACTURED BY E. REMINGTON & SONS. ILLION. N.Y./ELLIOTS' PATENTS. MAY 29. 1860-OCT. 1. 1861". Fitted with smooth rosewood grips.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 22 RF

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Lot 21

Very Fine Factory Cased Engraved Moore Teat-Fire Revolver

Manufactured from 1864 to 1870 these front loading teat-fire revolvers were one of the most successful competitors to Smith & Wesson and it is believed that their strong sales was one of the reasons for Colt's purchase of the National Arms Co. (Moore's successor) in 1870. The top of the barrel is marked "MOORE'S PAT. ARMS CO. BROOKLYN N.Y." and "D. WILLIAMSON'S PATENT JANUARY 5, 1864" is marked around the rear edge of the cylinder. The frame and butt are nicely scroll engraved with a punch dot background on the frame sides. Blue with silver plated frame, casehardened hammer and smooth dark rosewood grips. The original walnut case is lined with maroon velvet and holds a block for 48 cartridges which has 48 original flat teat cartridges. The revolver retains a very rare original ejector rod.

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Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 32

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Lot 22

Early Engraved Moore's Patent Firearms Co. No. 1 Derringer

Produced circa 1862. These pistols are a primary derringer in any early pistol collection, as they were the first true large caliber breech loading derringers ever made. The breech end of the barrel and frame have a fine floral engraved, scroll design with a very fine punch dot background, with an engraved arrow on each side of the barrel with a small star burst at the muzzle. The top of the barrel is marked "MOORE'S PAT. F.A. CO. BROOKLYN N.Y." and "D. MOORES PAT FEB 24 1863" on the underside. It has the half-moon front sight blade, with the notched, hammer rear sight. The rear of the barrel is marked with the assembly number "56G".

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 41 RF

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Lot 23

Very Fine Engraved Moore Patent Single Action Belt Revolver

Manufactured from 1861 to 1863. The top of the barrel is marked "D. MOORE.PATENT.SEPT. 18. 1860". Decorative broad scroll engraving on the silver-plated brass frame, trigger guard, recoil shields, butt and backstrap. Seven-shot cylinder with removable ejector rod mounted under the barrel. "R 27" is marked on the rear of the cylinder. Barrel and cylinder swing to right for loading. Brass cone front sight, hammer notch rear sight and fitted with a smooth one piece varnished walnut grip.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 32 RF

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Exhibition Quality Moore's Patent Teat-Fire Revolver with Gold Finish, Ivory Grips and Unique Decoration

Lot 24

Moores Patent Firearms Co Teatfire Revolver 32 teat-fire

Produced between 1864 and 1870. While a number of Moore revolvers are seen with engraving, the level of embellishment on this revolver goes well beyond the norm. Original markings in a rectangular panel on the barrel, which shows 80% coverage fine scroll and leaf etching, which is further enhanced with detail engraving on the raised sections. The brass frame shows the factory scroll and punch dot engraving, with burst and scroll patterns on the recoil shield and butt. D. Wilson's patent markings are visible on the cylinder in a leafy banner, which has scrollwork, floral designs and an array of flags and cannons in the style of the barrel. Grips are smooth two piece bird's head ivory.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 32 teat-fire

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Collector's Lot of Two Moore Patent Single Action Belt Revolvers -A) Moore Patent Single Action Belt Revolver with Inscription

Lot Contains 2 Items

Lot 25

Two Moore Patent Single Action Belt Revolvers

Manufactured from 1861 to 1863. The barrel is stamped "D. MOORE PATENT SEPT. 18, 1860" on the top flat. The frame has a scroll engraving with star burst patterns on the butt and trigger guard. The back strap has an engraved accent at the top and a wedge of scroll engraving at the bottom with the inscription "Nim Colvin 4th Ky." At the time of this description, it is believed that the inscriptions refers to Nimrod Colvin of the 4th Kentucky Cavalry (CSA). In the memoir KENTUCKY CAVALIERS IN DIXIE: REMINISCENCES OF A CONFEDERATE CAVALRYMAN (the book is included in this lot), author George Dallas Mosgrove provided a muster roll of the 4th Kentucky Cavalry and Nimrod Colvin is listed under Company D (page 27). The 4th Kentucky Cavalry was mustered into service in October 1862 and disbanded in the spring of 1865. The Confederate cavalry regiment was involved in conflicts in Tennessee and Kentucky and later participated in actions taken in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Other research provided by the consignor confirms that Nimrod Colvin was a private with the 4th Kentucky Cavalry, Company D. Complete with a contemporary custom case for the pair of revolvers.

Documentation

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Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 32 RF, 32 RF

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Lot 26

Very Fine Cased Le Petit Protector Ring Gun

This is an example of a unique 19th Century style French ring gun that was most likely manufactured in the 20th Century (whatever the history, these ring pistols are oddities and appeal to collectors purely as a conversation piece). The German silver band of the ring has a light floral type engraving and is marked "LE PETIT PROTECTOR". This ring gun features a small hand rotated 6-shot pinfire cartridge cylinder that must be removed for loading/unloading. The pins of the cartridges are struck by the base of the hammer. The flip top jewelry style case has a "LE PETIT/PROTECTOR" marked silver oval on top of the lid and is lined in purple velvet. Comes with 6 cartridges and bore brush.

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Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 2 mm

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Excellent Factory Engraved American Standard Wheeler's Patent Over/Under Derringer

Lot 27

American Arms Co Derringer Pistol 22-32

These double barrel deringers or "pocket pistols" were manufactured by the American Arms Co. of Boston, Mass. from 1866 to 1878 with a total production of under 5,000. Dual calibers of 32 over 22 RF. Silver plated brass frame with nickel barrels, one marked "AMERICAN ARMS CO. BOSTON MASS.", the other "WHEELER'S PATENT OCT.31, 1865 - JUNE 19, 1866". The superposed barrels rotate for loading and firing. Both side plates have been factory engraved in fine scroll and border design with a simple splash on the grip strap. Spur trigger, knurled hammer and smooth rosewood grips on a square butt.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 22-32

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Lot 28

Minneapolis Firearms Protector Palm Pistol

Manufactured from 1891 to 1892 with total production estimated at 3,000. The side plates have smooth hard rubber panels and are marked with the maker/model information and 1883 patent date. Numbers match.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 32 CF

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Lot 29

Scarce St. Etienne Francaise Mitrailleuse Palm Pistol

Standard two line makers mark on the right side of the frame, with "MITRAILLEUSE" on top of the barrel rib, and niter blue dust cover and 3-position selector switch. Floral decorated frame, with serrations on the front and a smooth hardwood panel on the operating bar.

Curio and Relic

Caliber / Gauge: 8 mm CF

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Lot 30

Belgian Production 'Apache' Centerfire Revolver

Produced without sights, with Liege proofs on the rear of the cylinder. The 2 1/2 inch, wavy, triangular blade folds up the left side of the frame, with the mainspring on the opposite side, and the combination grip and steel knuckles at the rear. By folding and unfolding the components, the Apache can be configured as a pair of steel knuckles, a trench dagger, or a bayonet-equipped revolver.

Curio and Relic

Caliber / Gauge: 7.6 mm

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Lot 31

Engraved French 'Le Merveilleux' Squeeze-Fire Palm Pistol

Manufactured without sights, marked "LE MERVEILLEUX" on top of the barrel and "LORON/S.G.D.G./JR&Cle" on the butt, with scroll and leafy vine engraving, checkered action bar, external follower and checkered grip panels.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 5.5 mm

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Lot 32

Cased Engraved Robbins & Lawrence Percussion Pepperbox

The 5-shot, hinged barrel cluster is marked "ROBBINS & LAWRENCE", "WINDSOR, VT" and "PATENT 1849" on three barrel flutes with a scroll engraving at the breech. The frame is also scroll engraved. Barrel cluster and grips are numbered to the gun. The partitioned case is lined in red velvet. Included are the following accessories: two cavity German silver bullet mold, case key, screwdriver and Robbins & Lawrence powder flask. These pepperboxes were among the best selling and most popular type of their day.

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Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 28 Percussion

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Lot 33

Engraved Unmarked Blunt & Syms Underhammer Pepperbox Pistol

No makers markings. The pepperbox is very similar to the Blunt & Syms small frame, but with a square butt, not the bag shaped grips. The 6 barrel cluster gauges at 30 caliber, has concave ribs and light floral scroll engraving on the breech ends. The frame and back strap are also floral scroll engraved with a sun burst on top at the breech. Underhammer ring trigger, all blue finish and fitted with smooth two piece varnished walnut grips.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 30

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Collector's Lot of Two British Percussion Pepperboxes -A) Attractive Engraved John Blissett London Pepperbox

Lot Contains 2 Items

Lot 34

Two British Percussion Pepperboxes

Intricate scroll engraved frame, hammer, and trigger guard with the maker's London address on the side plate and barrel cluster. British proofs on each barrel cluster flute. Hammer safety, blank silver initial oval on checkered grip and engraved cap compartment.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36 percussion, 44 percussion

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Collector's Lot of Two Engraved Percussion Pepperboxes -A) Unmarked Blunt & Syms Pepperbox

Lot Contains 2 Items

Lot 35

Two Engraved Percussion Pepperboxes

6-shot unmarked barrel cluster with standard engraving on the frame. Ring trigger and varnished grips.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 31 percussion

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Collector's Lot of Two Engraved English Percussion Pepperboxes -A) J.R. Copper's Patent Silver Frame Pepperbox

Lot Contains 2 Items

Lot 36

Two Engraved English Percussion Pepperboxes

Engraved frame with "J.R. COPPER'S PATENT" on left side. British proofs are present on each barrel cluster flute.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36 percussion, 28 Percussion

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Lot 37

Very Fine Cased Le Petit Protector Percussion Ring Gun

This is a unique example of a French single shot percussion ring gun. The band of the ring is marked "LE PETIT PROTECTOR" flanked by a light floral engraving. German silver with the small parts blue finished iron. The case has a Le Petit Protector silver oval maker plate on top of the lid. The interior of the case is lined in blue velvet and the inside of the lid is lined in silk with a Winsor Bishop label. The case also holds a brush and screwdriver.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 2 mm

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Lot 38

Excellent Chicago Protector Palm Pistol

Featuring a barrel with a band of floral engraving, and the right side of the frame has a similar pattern around the edge, with "THE PROTECTOR/PAT.MCH.6.83.AUG.29.93" in a circle on the side plate. The left side plate is checkered around the border with "CHICAGO FIRE ARMS CO./CHICAGO, ILL" in a circle at the center, twists off to reveal the magazine, and is numbered to match other components. The rear trigger is fitted with a hard rubber grip, checkered with diamond patterns.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 32 XSRF

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Scarce 1 of 170 Iron Frame Reid .32 Caliber My Friend Knuckle Duster Revolver

Lot 39

Reid James Knuckle Duster Revolver 32

This is one of an estimated 170 iron frame models manufactured towards the end of production. The left side of the top strap is marked "MY FRIEND" along with the 1865 patent date. The five-shot cylinder is plain while the iron frame features a scroll and punch dot engraving on the sides and engraved accents on the front and on the top strap. A star burst type engraving is featured behind the hammer and the back of the grip area has a checkered panel. The cylinder and cylinder pin are numbered to the gun.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 32

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Lot 40

Wm. W. Marston Three-Barrel Pistol

Manufactured from 1864 to 1872 with a total production of about 3,000. Marked "WM W. MARSTON/PATENTED/MAY 26. 1867/NEW YORK CITY/IMPROVED 1864" on the left side plate. Barrel counter indicator on the right side of the frame, tip down three superposed barrel cluster, brass frame, and spur trigger.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 32

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Lot 41

Fine Unmarked Percussion Knife Pistol

The German silver barrel is unmarked. The pistol is equipped with 3 1/4 inch spear point and 1 3/4 inch unique semi-curved single edge folding blades. The knives and pistol are enclosed in a German silver case with smooth horn scale panels riveted to the sides. It has a folding lid compartment for caps in the back strap and provisions for tools on the sides of the frame at the butt (a pick and tweezers). Overall the pistol most resembles an Unwn Rodgers knife pistol.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 6 percussion

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Rare Factory Engraved C.H. Ballard Single Shot 41 Caliber Derringer with Pearl Grips

Lot 42

Ballard C H Derringer Pistol 41 RF

Manufactered circa 1870 this is a rare factory engraved Ballard derringer. The brass frame has a scroll and punch dot engraving on the sides along with three attractive stars. The breech end of the barrel has light engraved accents. The top barrel flat is marked "BALLARD'S" with the left barrel flat marked with the address/patent date marking. Barrel is numbered to gun. Fitted with smooth bird head pearl grips.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 41 RF

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Lot 43

Eaton & Abbey Double Barrel Side Lock Hammer 10 Gauge Shotgun

Single brass bead sight, with "EATON & ABBEY, CHICAGO - LAMINATED STEEL" on top of the rib, light scroll engraving on the casehardened breech, and English proofs on the underside. The locks and hammers are casehardened and scroll engraved, with "EATON & ABBEY" on each lock. Checkered one piece straight grip stock, with an inscription oval on the underside of the buttstock and a smooth shotgun buttplate. Length of pull is 14 inches. Established in Chicago, the firm of Eaton & Abbey was in operation until 1870, when Charles Eaton died, and his widow, Emma Eaton bought out his partner, after which the firm became "E.E. Eaton".

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 10

Lot 44

C.G. Brand Percussion Whaling Gun

Introduced circa 1850. Although unmarked, this whaling gun is the unmistakable design of C.G. Brand of Norwich Connecticut. This example has a solid walnut straight grip stock with a smooth iron buttplate which has been observed on early production Brand whaling guns. The part octagon barrel has a bore that measures 7/8 inches and is equipped with fixed sights. The underside of the barrel has a modern replacement brass tipped wooden loading rod.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 7/8 inch

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Exquisite Finely Engraved James Burnie Percussion Fowling Piece with Gold Inlay

Lot 45

English Fowling Shotgun 14

Manufactured by James M. Burnie, this fine quality fowling piece(approximately 14 gauge) features a unique grip safety mounted on the lower tang behind the trigger guard. The Damascus barrel features a bead sight on the concave solid rib marked "J.M. Burnie Berwick" at the breech end ahead of scroll engraving. It has a solid under rib and three ramrod pipes securing a wooden ramrod with brass tip. The breech plug has gold inlaid bands and floral leaf engraving. The lock has scroll engraving, with a game bird scene and marked "J.M. Burnie, BERWICK". The hammer, barrel tang, trigger guard and grip safety are nicely scroll engraved and the trigger guard plate has an engraved pineapple finial. Mounted with a checkered walnut half straight grip stock with a horn forend cap and steel shotgun buttplate.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 14

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Lot 46

C.S. Shattuck American 8 Gauge Punt Gun

This massive 8 gauge shotgun was introduced circa 1890. The top of the barrel at the breech is stamped "AMERICAN". The barrel, hammer and trigger guard are numbered to the gun. It has a double trigger mechanism with the front one unlatching the tip down barrel and the rear one for firing. Smooth forearm and pistol grip stock with a flat iron buttplate.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 8

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Lot 47

Unique American Percussion Underhammer Pistol with Detachable St

This unique underhammer percussion pistol is equipped with a checkered walnut stock. The stock has a crescent brass buttplate and a patch box with a German silver lid with a spring loaded door release mechanism on top of the comb. The lower right barrel flat is stamped with a weak marking. The pistol is equipped with a fixed notch rear sight, a fold out front sight extender that is 12 1/4 inches long with a blade sight and a folding peep sight located on the rear of the tang. The pistol grip is checkered.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 44 percussion

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Lot 48

Scarce Roper Revolving Shotgun

Manufactured from the mid-1860s to the mid-1870s these shotguns used special steel cartridges. The four shot carrier consists of a series of fins is enclosed within a large round housing with a hinged loading gate on the top. The hammer pulled the sliding breechblock to the rear, removing the fired case from the barrel, then revolving the cloverleaf carrier; when the trigger was pulled, it pushed the next cartridge into the barrel firing it. The loading gate is marked with the three line address/1866 patent date information. The serial number is stamped on the barrel and frame under the forearm and on the bolt. Smooth forearm with pewter forend cap and straight grip stock with steel shotgun buttplate.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 12

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Serial Number 11 Allen & Thurber Dragoon Size Percussion Pepperbox with Original Case

Lot 49

Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Pistol 36 percussion

Six shot barrel cluster with the left side of the hammer marked "ALLEN & THURBER/GRAFTON MASS" and the top of the hammer is marked "ALLEN'S PATENT". The frame has a typical open scroll engraving. The grips with silver oval inlays and trigger guard are numbered to the gun. The partitioned case is lined in brown velvet. The following accessories are included: UMC cap tin with caps, key, two cavity bullet mold, ramrod and unmarked powder flask.

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Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 36 percussion

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Lot 50

Rare Sutherland Richmond VA. Marked Percussion Pepperbox Pistol

This is a rare example of a 6-shot percussion pepperbox with the Samuel Sutherland of Richmond, Virginia, marking on the hammer. According to Albaugh, Benet and Simmons in the book "CONFEDERATE HANDGUNS", Sutherland was a Virginian gunsmith who repaired arms for the Confederate government. Southern gunsmiths who participated in the Confederate war effort such as Samuel Sutherland were known in their communities as "The Armorer of the South". Lacking the resources for large government armories, the Confederate government relied heavily on local gunsmiths. The left side of the hammer is marked "SUTHERLAND/RICHMOND, VA." (faint). Although there are no maker markings, it is of similar design to an Allen & Thurber pepperbox. The authors of "CONFEDERATE HANDGUNS" have noted Allen & Thurber pepperboxes with the Sutherland marking.

Antique

Caliber / Gauge: 31 percussion

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