Skip to main content
Rock Island Auction Company
AuctionsConsignmentBlogFAQNewsAbout Us
Create Account
Login
AuctionsConsignmentBlogFAQNews & EventsAbout Us
Login
Create Account

History Lives Here

Rock Island Auction Company
1-309-797-15001-800-238-8022[email protected]
RIAC Rock Island
7819 42nd Street West
Rock Island, Illinois 61201, USA
8:00am - 5:00pm, Mon - Fri
RIAC Bedford
3600 Harwood Road
Bedford, Texas 76021, USA
8:00am - 5:00pm, Mon - Fri
Navigation
  • Auctions
  • Consignment
  • Blog
  • FAQ
  • News
  • About Us
More Info
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Job Postings & Careers
  • Contact
  • Order a Catalog
© 2025 Rock Island Auction Company. RIAC believes that this website is accessible to the widest possible audience pursuant to the guidelines of the Americans with Disability Act. Click here for more information.
Healthcare Transparency in Coverage.
  • Auction Catalog #1046
  • Lot #4138
Lot #4137
Lot #4139

Lot 4138: Three Colt No. 3 Derringers

Three Colt No. 3 Derringers

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 23, 2024

Lot 4138: Three Colt No. 3 Derringers

Three Colt No. 3 Derringers

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 23, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,500 - $2,500
Price Realized:
Login to view
Login to view

A) Colt No. 3 Derringer

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: #3 Derringer
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 41 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/silver
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 998
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

Manufactured c. 1870-1912, early high spur hammer. Provenance: The TTT Collection

Rating Definition:

Very good overall with traces of original finish. Mechanically excellent.



B) Rare Early Production Colt First Type No. 3 Derringer

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: #3 Derringer
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 41 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/silver
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 998
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

Manufactured c. 1870-1912, early high spur hammer and bolster on frame. Provenance: The TTT Collection

Rating Definition:

Very good with original finish, barrel a smooth brown patina with some light pitting, some dings on grips. Mechanically excellent.



C) Colt No. 3 Derringer

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: #3 Derringer
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 41 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/silver
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 998
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

Manufactured c. 1870-1912, early high spur hammer. Provenance: The TTT Collection

Rating Definition:

Fine overall with original finish, aged darkened silver plating. Mechanically excellent.



Customer Product Questions

There are currently no customer product questions on this lot

    Related Items

    Lot #919: Colt Third Model "Thuer" Derringer

    Lot #503: Colt Third Model "Thuer" Derringer

    Lot #626: Two Davis Industries Over/Under Derringers

    Lot #71: Scarce Eben T. Starr Single Shot Derringer

    Lot #1324: Two Pedersoli Percussion Pocket Pistols

    Lot #203: Consecutive Pair of Colt No. 4 Derringers