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Lot 518: Two Antique American Pocket Pepperbox Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 21, 2023

Lot 518: Two Antique American Pocket Pepperbox Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 21, 2023

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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A) Jacob Rupertus 8-Shot Pepperbox

Manufacturer: Rupertus Jacob
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 3 inch fluted
Finish: blue/silver
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 552
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
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:

Manufactured in the 1860s.

B) Scarce Connecticut Arms Co. 5-Shot Pepperbox

Manufacturer: Connecticut Arms Co
Model: Pocket
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch cluster
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 552
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Rating:

OF - FAIR- some major parts replaced; minor replacement parts may be required; metal rusted, may be lightly pitted all over, vigorously cleaned; rounded edges of metal and wood; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal partly obliterated; wood scratched, bruised, cracked or repaired where broken; in fair working order or can be easily repaired and placed in working order.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Approximately 800 manufactured c. late 1860s. Action needs work.

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