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Lot 4215: Four American Antique Pocket Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 18, 2024

Lot 4215: Four American Antique Pocket Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 18, 2024

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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A) Stevens Old Model Pocket Pistol

Manufacturer: Stevens J Arms Co
Model: Tip Up
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 3 1/2 inch part round
Finish: blue/nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 981
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

Manufactured 1864-1886.

Rating Definition:

Very good as refinished, a few names hand marked on frame, handling marks. Mechanically fine.



B) National Arms Co. No. 1 Deringer

Manufacturer: National Arms Co
Model: #1 Derringer
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 41 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch flat top
Finish: blue/gold
Grip: brass
Stock:
Item Views: 981
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

Rating Definition:

Very good as refinished with light spotting, tiny hole in grip. Mechanically fine.



C) British Retailer Marked Colt Third Model Derringer Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: #3 Derringer
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 41 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 981
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

Williams & Powell of Liverpool retailer marked barrel (they were active from 1833 to 1892 making this antique). British proofed.

Rating Definition:

Good with mottled gray patina, light pitting, mixed patina on brass frame, barrel lock absent, wear to grips. Mechanically fine.



D) Merrimack Southerner Derringer

Manufacturer: Merrimack Arms & Manufacturing Co.
Model: Southerner
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 41 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: nickel
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 981
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

One of an estimated 6,500 brass frame Southerners manufactured by Merrimack.

Rating Definition:

Very good overall with original finish, some pitting, dark appearance on frame. Mechanically fine.



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