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Lot #2102

Lot 2101: Three Engraved "Deringer Copyist" Percussion Pocket Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Lot 2101: Three Engraved "Deringer Copyist" Percussion Pocket Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Estimated Price: $800 - $1,300
Price Realized:
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A) "H.E. DIMICK & CO." Marks Pistol

Manufacturer: American
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 44
Barrel: 3 1/4 inch flat top round
Finish: blue/casehardened/German silver
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 445
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is dark and has oxidation/pitting and faint rifling.
Description:

Manufactured c. mid-19th century. Spurious "H.E. DIMICK & CO. ST. LOUIS MO" marking on the barrel.

Rating Definition:

Fair with gray and brown patina, oxidation/pitting, chipped hammer, aged patina on the mounts, loose trigger plate finial, replacement parts and repairs, and moderate overall wear. Mechanically fine.



B) Gillespie Pocket Pistol

Manufacturer: Gillespie
Model: Pocket
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 38
Barrel: 2 inch flat top round
Finish: brown/casehardened/German silver
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 445
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is dark and has oxidation/pitting and faint rifling.
Description:

Manufactured circa 1850s-1860s in New York City.

Rating Definition:

Fair with distinct engraving and markings, gray and brown patina, oxidation, aged patina on the mounts, chipped and cracked stock, and moderate wear. Mechanically fine.



C) "A.R. MENDENHALL" Marked Pocket Pistol

Manufacturer: American
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 42
Barrel: 1 3/4 inch flat top round
Finish: brown/casehardened/German silver
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 445
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is dark and has oxidation/pitting and faint rifling.
Description:

Likely spurious marking on the barrel for A.R. Mendenhall of Des Arc, Arkansas, c. 1850s-1860s.

Rating Definition:

Fair with gray and brown patina, aged patina on the mounts, distinct engraving and marking, spliced forend, worn checkering, and moderate wear. Mechanically fine.



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