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Lot #2337

Lot 2336: Three Antique American Revolving Handguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 15, 2023

Lot 2336: Three Antique American Revolving Handguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 15, 2023

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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A) Engraved Allen & Thurber Pepperbox

Manufacturer: Allen & Thurber
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 32
Barrel: 3 1/2 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 516
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
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 Worcester in 1847-1854.

B) Allen & Wheelock Side Hammer Revolver

Manufacturer: Allen & Wheelock
Model: Side Hammer
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 516
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
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 c. 1858-65.

C) Forehand & Wadsworth Side Hammer Revolver

Manufacturer: Forehand & Wadsworth
Model: Side Hammer
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: nickel
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 516
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Rating:

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

Description:

Manufactured c. 1870s.

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