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Lot #2370

Lot 2369: Three Sharps Patent Breech-Loading 4-Shot Pepperbox Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 5, 2023

Lot 2369: Three Sharps Patent Breech-Loading 4-Shot Pepperbox Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 5, 2023

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) Sharps & Hankins Model 3C Pepperbox Pistol

Manufacturer: Sharps & Hankins
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 32 RF
Barrel: 3 1/2 inch cluster
Finish: casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 744
Item Interest: Average
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:

Manufactured c. 1859-1874.

B) Sharps Model 1A Pepperbox Pistol

Manufacturer: Sharps C & Company
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch cluster
Finish: blue/silver
Grip: gutta percha
Stock:
Item Views: 744
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 c. 1859-1874.

C) Sharps Patent Model 4C Pepperbox Pistol

Manufacturer: Sharps C & Company
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 32 RF
Barrel: 2 1/4 inch cluster
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 744
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
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. 1859-1874.

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