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  • Auction Catalog #1047
  • Lot #2170
Lot #2169
Lot #2171

Lot 2170: Three Antique American Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 5, 2024

Lot 2170: Three Antique American Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 5, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,300 - $2,000
Price Realized:
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A) Jacob Rupertus 8-Shot Pepperbox

Manufacturer: Rupertus Jacob
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 3 inch fluted
Finish: blue
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 1049
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

Manufactured in the 1860s.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with slight traces of original finish in protected areas, otherwise barrels have a brown patina and pitting, brass frame has an attractive appearance, grips have high edge wear. Mechanically fine.



B) Sharps & Co. Model 2 Pepperbox Pistol

Manufacturer: Sharps C & Company
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 30 RF
Barrel: 3 inch fluted
Finish: blue/silver
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1049
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

Manufactured c. 1859-1874.

Rating Definition:

Very good overall with original finish in and around the protected areas, handling marks on grips. Mechanically excellent.



C) E. Remington & Sons Elliot Derringer

Manufacturer: E. Remington & Sons
Model: Elliot
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 32 RF
Barrel: 3 3/8 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 1049
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Manufactured c. 1863-1888.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with a gray patina, pitting, some chipping on grips. Mechanically fine.



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