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Lot 3255:Engraved Williamson Patent Convertible Derringer

December 10th, 2023|Bedford, TX
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Lot 3255:Engraved Williamson Patent Convertible Derringer

December 10th, 2023|Bedford, TX
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Fine Engraved Williamson Patent Convertible Derringer

Under 10,000 of these David Williamson patent pistols were manufactured by Moore's Patent Fire Arms Company and the National Fire Arms Company in the late 1860s in several variations. They could fire using either .41 rimfire cartridges or percussion adapters (not included). This example has a blued barrel with an arrow engraved on the flat top and the Williamson patent marking on the left side. The silver plated brass frame and trigger guard have the standard scroll engraving patterns. It has a blade front sight and notch in the hammer for a rear sight and is mounted on a walnut stock with checkering on the bird's head grip.

ConditionFine with 60% original blue finish, 95% plus of the original age darkened silver plating, crisp engraving, and minor overall wear. The stock is also fine and has crisp checkering, minor marks and scratches, and smooth oiled finish. Mechanically fine.
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ManufacturerMoores Patent Firearms Co
ModelDerringer
TypePistol
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge41 RF
Barrel2 1/2 inch flat top round
Finishblue/silver
Stockwalnut

Item LocationBedford, TX
Views908
Catalog page159
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