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Lot 2099: Three Engraved Percussion Pocket Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Lot 2099: Three Engraved Percussion Pocket Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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A) H.E. Dimick and "DERINGE" Marked Pocket Pistol

Manufacturer: Dimick H E
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 44
Barrel: 2 5/8 inch flat top round
Finish: brown/casehardened/German silver
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 427
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is dark and has oxidation/pitting and distinct rifling.
Description:

Manufactured c. 1850s-1860s. "DERINGE" marked lock and breech and "H.E. DIMICK/ST. LOUIS" marked barrel.

Rating Definition:

Good with dark patina on the lock and barrel, oxidation, aged patina on the mounts, chipped hammer, chips and cracks in the stock, and moderate wear. Mechanically fine.



B) Deringer Pocket Pistol

Manufacturer: Deringer
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 42
Barrel: 2 inch flat top round
Finish: brown/casehardened/German silver
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 427
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is darkened and has some oxidation and distinct rifling.
Description:

Manufactured in the mid-19th century. Marked "DERINGER/PHILADELA" on the lock and breech. Seven-groove rifling.

Rating Definition:

Good with some original finish, dark patina, oxidation/pitting, absent barrel wedge, small cracks and chips on the stock, and mild overall wear. Mechanically fine.



C) Deringer Pocket Pistol

Manufacturer: Deringer
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 44
Barrel: 2 3/8 inch flat top round
Finish: brown/casehardened/German silver
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 427
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is dark and has oxidation/pitting and faint rifling.
Description:

Manufactured in the mid-19th century. Marked "DERINGER/PHILADELA" on the lock and breech. Seven-groove rifling.

Rating Definition:

Fair with light original case colors, gray patina, oxidation/pitting, chipped hammer and nipple, and chips, cracks, and repairs in the stock. Mechanically needs work.



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