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Lot 2228: Engraved James Reid 'My Friend' Knuckle Duster Revolver

Finely Engraved James Reid "My Friend" Knuckle Duster Revolver in Desirable .32 Rimfire with Scarce Iron Frame

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 9, 2020

Lot 2228: Engraved James Reid 'My Friend' Knuckle Duster Revolver

Finely Engraved James Reid "My Friend" Knuckle Duster Revolver in Desirable .32 Rimfire with Scarce Iron Frame

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 9, 2020

Estimated Price: $2,250 - $3,250
Price Realized:
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Finely Engraved James Reid "My Friend" Knuckle Duster Revolver in Desirable .32 Rimfire with Scarce Iron Frame

Manufacturer: Reid James
Model: Knuckle Duster
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 32 RF
Barrel: 1 5/8 inch cluster
Finish: nickel/blue
Grip: metal
Stock:
Item Views: 1875
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 120
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:

One of approximately 170 manufactured 1870-1882 with an iron frame. Included brass tag is marked "J.M. DAVIS/11138/MEMORIAL", suggesting the item as being formerly of the J.M Davis Collection/J.M. Davis Arms and Historical Museum.

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