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Lot 40: Three Percussion Revolvers

Three Percussion Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 14, 2008

Lot 40: Three Percussion Revolvers

Three Percussion Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 14, 2008

Estimated Price: $750 - $900
Price Realized:
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A) Colt Model 1855 Sidehammer Pocket Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1855 Sidehammer
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 28
Barrel: 3 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 685
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 8
Class: Antique
Rating:

OG - POOR- major or minor parts replaced; major replacement parts required and extensive restoration needed; metal deeply pitted; principal lettering, numerals and design obliterated, wood badly scratched, bruised, cracked or broken; mechanically inoperative; generally undesirable as a collectors firearm in its present state.

Description:

Made in 1855 with standard markings and features. Hammer, trigger, grip screws and other parts absent.

B) Colt Model 1855 Sidehammer Pocket Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1855 Sidehammer
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 28
Barrel: 3-1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 685
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 8
Class: Antique
Rating:

OD - VERY GOOD- all original parts; none to 30% original finish; original metal surfaces smooth with all edges sharp; clear lettering, numerals and design on metal; wood slightly scratched or bruised.

Description:

Manufactured in 1856. Also known as the "Root Model". With standard markings and features.

C) Scarce Allen and Wheelock Side Hammer Percussion Revolver

Manufacturer: Allen & Wheelock
Model: Side Hammer
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 25
Barrel: 4 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 685
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 8
Class: Antique
Rating:

OD - VERY GOOD- all original parts; none to 30% original finish; original metal surfaces smooth with all edges sharp; clear lettering, numerals and design on metal; wood slightly scratched or bruised.

Description:

Blade front and notch rear sights, with the two-line address on the left side of the barrel. Unfluted cylinder with roll engraved woodland scene. Smooth trigger and hammer with smooth walnut grips.

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