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  • Lot #4325
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Lot 4325: Three Antique American Swivel Breech Pocket Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 16, 2023

Lot 4325: Three Antique American Swivel Breech Pocket Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 16, 2023

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) American Arms Wheeler Patent Pistol

Manufacturer: American Arms Co
Model: Wheeler
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 41 RF
Barrel: 2 5/8 inch fluted
Finish: blue/silver
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 658
Item Interest: Active
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:

One of only around 400 in .41 rimfire manufactured in 1866-1878.

B) American Arms Wheeler Patent Dual Caliber Pistol

Manufacturer: American Arms Co
Model: Wheeler
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 22/32 RF
Barrel: 3 inch fluted
Finish: blue/silver
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 658
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 1866-1878.

C) Frank Wesson Medium Frame Superposed Pistol

Manufacturer: Frank Wesson
Model: Superposed
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 32 Short RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch fluted
Finish: nickel
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 658
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 1868-1880.

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