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Lot #4193

Lot 4192: Four Antique American Percussion Pepperboxes

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 18, 2024

Lot 4192: Four Antique American Percussion Pepperboxes

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 18, 2024

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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A) Robbins & Lawrence Pepperbox

Manufacturer: Robbins & Lawrence
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 31
Barrel: 4 1/2 inch solid rib
Finish: brown/blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 812
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

Manufactured c. 1851-1854.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with traces of original finish, some scattered light pitting, and minor handling marks on the grips. Mechanically excellent.



B) Bacon & Co. Underhammer Pepperbox Pistol

Manufacturer: Bacon Arms Co
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 31
Barrel: 4 1/2 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 812
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured c. late-1860s.

Rating Definition:

Good with traces of the refinished blue finish, some scattered light pitting/oxidation, and some scattered light handling marks on the grips.



C) Stocking & Co. Pepperbox

Manufacturer: Stocking & Co
Model: Bar Hammer Pepperbox
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 31
Barrel: 3 1/2 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 812
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Manufactured 1840s-1850s.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with some scattered light pitting/oxidation and minor handling marks on the grips. Mechanically excellent.



D) Bacon & Co. Underhammer Pepperbox Pistol

Manufacturer: Bacon Arms Co
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 31
Barrel: 3 1/4 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 812
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

Manufactured c. late-1860s.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with traces of original blue finish, mild flash pitting, minor dings and cracks in grips. Mechanically fine.



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