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Lot 279: Four Antique Revolvers

Four Antique Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 27, 2009

Lot 279: Four Antique Revolvers

Four Antique Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 27, 2009

Estimated Price: $700 - $900
Price Realized:
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A) Colt Open Top Pocket Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Open Top
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 2 3/8 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 437
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 35
Class: Antique
Rating:

OE - GOOD - some minor replacement parts; metal smoothly rusted or lightly pitted in places, cleaned; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal legible; lightly scratched, bruised or minor cracks repaired; in good working order.

Description:

Manufactured in 1874. Half moon front sight on a barrel marked with the two line Hartford address. "22" CAL" on frame. No provisions for an ejector rod. Matching serial number on butt and barrel.

B) Unmarked Spur Trigger Revolver

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: spur trigger
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38
Barrel: 5 3/8 inch octagon
Finish: nickel
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 437
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 35
Class: Antique
Rating:

OC - FINE- all original parts; over 30% original finish, sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal and wood; minor marks in wood.

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

Description:

No visible mark markings (possibly Spanish in origin). Brass frame, blade front sight on solid rib and spur trigger. Missing ejector rod that was located on the right side of the frame. There is some pin point pitting and a minor chip on right grip panel near frame. The hammer does not hold a cock position.

C) Unmarked European Folding Trigger Revolver

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Pocket Revolver
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 8 mm
Barrel: 1 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 437
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 35
Class: Antique
Rating:

OF - FAIR- some major parts replaced; minor replacement parts may be required; metal rusted, may be lightly pitted all over, vigorously cleaned; rounded edges of metal and wood; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal partly obliterated; wood scratched, bruised, cracked or repaired where broken; in fair working order or can be easily repaired and placed in working order.

Description:

No visible marker markings. Folding trigger, safety on the left side of frame, Crown/U proofs on frame and cylinder. Loading gate does not latch. Some unknown residue on cylinder. Visible numbers match. Needs mechanical work, the action doesn't function and the trigger doesn't stay in the folded position.

D) Marlin No.32 Standard 1875 Revolver

Manufacturer: Marlin Firearms Co
Model: No.32 Standard 1875
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 32 RF
Barrel: 3 inch solid rib
Finish: nickel
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 437
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 35
Class: Antique
Rating:

OE - GOOD - some minor replacement parts; metal smoothly rusted or lightly pitted in places, cleaned; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal legible; lightly scratched, bruised or minor cracks repaired; in good working order.

Description:

Manufactured from 1875 to 1887. One line model designation on top of rib and one line address/patent date marking on left barrel side. The barrel assembly is slightly loose.

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