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Lot 281: Two Antique American Handguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 21, 2023

Lot 281: Two Antique American Handguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 21, 2023

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) U.S. Starr Model 1858 Army Percussion Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Starr Arms Company
Model: 1858
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44
Barrel: 6 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 910
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
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 circa late 1850s to the early 1860s. Faint cartouche on both sides of grip.

B) Connecticut Arms & Manufacturing Co. Hammond "Bulldog" Single Shot Pistol

Manufacturer: Connecticut Arms & Manufacturing Co
Model: Bulldog
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 44 RF
Barrel: 4 inch octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 910
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 1866-1880s.

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