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Lot 6217: Four Engraved Multi-Barrel Percussion Handguns

Four Engraved Multi-Barrel Percussion Handguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 19, 2017

Lot 6217: Four Engraved Multi-Barrel Percussion Handguns

Four Engraved Multi-Barrel Percussion Handguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 19, 2017

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,400
Price Realized:
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A) Allen & Thurber Pepperbox

Manufacturer: Allen & Thurber
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 34
Barrel: 3 3/8 inch fluted
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1569
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 367
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.

WB - WOOD IS BETTER FOR THE PERCENT OF FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Manufactured in 1847-1854.

B) Allen, Thurber, & Co. Pepperbox

Manufacturer: Allen & Thurber
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 34
Barrel: 3 3/8 inch fluted
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1569
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 367
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.

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

Description:

Manufactured in 1854-1856.

C) Auguste Francotte Mariette Brevette Pepperbox

Manufacturer: Francotte A
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38
Barrel: 2 1/2
Finish: bright
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1569
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 367
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.

WB - WOOD IS BETTER FOR THE PERCENT OF FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

D) J. Lang Retailed Turn-Over Double Barrel Pistol

Manufacturer: Lang J
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 46
Barrel: 1 1/2 inch round
Finish: bright/blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1569
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 367
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.

WB - WOOD IS BETTER FOR THE PERCENT OF FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Manufactured in the mid-19th century.

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