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Lot #2382

Lot 2381: Two Antique Four Shot Pepperbox Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 15, 2023

Lot 2381: Two Antique Four Shot Pepperbox Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 15, 2023

Estimated Price: $1,100 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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A) Remington-Elliott Pepperbox Pistol

Manufacturer: E. Remington & Sons
Model: Elliot
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 32 RF
Barrel: 3 3/8 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip: antique ivory
Stock:
Item Views: 654
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
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:

This model is also known as Remington's "New Repeating Pistol [Elliot's Pat.] No. 2." They were manufactured c. 1863-1888.

B) Sharps Pepperbox Pistol

Manufacturer: Sharps C & Company
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 32 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch fluted
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock:
Item Views: 654
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
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:

This pistol is the Model 4 "Bulldog" variant. The various Sharps pepperbox models were manufactured between 1859 and 1874 by both C. Sharps & Co. and Sharps & Hankins. Like many multit-shot pocket pistols of the day, they are often associated with western gamblers and wealthy gentlemen who could carry them secreted on their person.

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