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Lot 438: Three Antique Double Action Percussion Handguns

Three Antique Double Action Percussion Handguns

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 4, 2024

Lot 438: Three Antique Double Action Percussion Handguns

Three Antique Double Action Percussion Handguns

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 4, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,700 - $2,750

A) Ancion & C Adams Patent Revolver

Manufacturer: Adams Patent
Model: Percussion Revolver
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44
Barrel: 6 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1057
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

These revolvers are known to have made it into the hands of Confederate troops during the Civil War.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with a smooth dark patina, some spotting/pitting, few blemishes in overall crisp grip checkering. Mechanically needs work as trigger does not reset when action is cycled.



B) Massachusetts Arms Adams Patent Navy Revolver

Manufacturer: Massachusetts Arms Co
Model: Adams
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 36
Barrel: 6 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1057
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

One of approximately 1,000 manufactured c. 1857-61.

Rating Definition:

Fair overall with mottled brown-gray patina, moderate pitting/spotting, grip screw absent, some chipping on grip. Mechanically needs work.



C) Manhattan Pepperbox Pistol

Manufacturer: Manhattan Firearms Company
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 31
Barrel: 3 1/2 inch fluted
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1057
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Manufactured c. 1856-late 1850s.

Rating Definition:

Fair overall with dark patina, pitting, sanded/re-oiled grips. Mechanically needs work.



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