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Lot #236
Lot #238

Lot 237: Three Antique Percussion Pepperboxes

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 16, 2024

Lot 237: Three Antique Percussion Pepperboxes

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 16, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,000
Price Realized:
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A) Liege Proofed Underhammer Ring Trigger Pepperbox with Concealed Book Case

Manufacturer: Belgium
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38
Barrel: 2 5/8 inch round cluster
Finish: bright
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1060
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

Liege proofed. With period hardwood case disguised as a book, powder flask, ball mold, and cap tin.

Rating Definition:

Good with distinct Damascus pattern on barrels and some light pitting. Refinished grips are fine with light handling marks. Mechanically fine. Case is good, accessories are fine.



B) Allen & Thurber Worcester Pepperbox

Manufacturer: Allen & Thurber
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 32
Barrel: 2 3/4 inch fluted
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1060
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

Manufactured c. 1847-1856.

Rating Definition:

Fair overall with faint traces of original finish, light pitting throughout, and minor handling marks on the grips. Mechanically fine.



C) Anders Johan Engholm Six-Shot Brass Pepperbox

Manufacturer: Swedish
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 28
Barrel: 3 1/2 inch fluted
Finish: bright
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 1060
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Manufactured mid-19th century in Sweden, barrels hand turned, "J. ENGh" marked on left.

Rating Definition:

Good overall, brass attractively aged with minor dings scattered throughout, grip with a few hairline cracks, minor chips, and dings. Mechanically fine.



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