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Lot 1107: Etched and Engraved Moore's Patent Front Loading Revolver

Attractive Factory Acid Etched, Engraved, and Silver Plated Moore's Patent Firearms Co. Front Loading Teatfire Revolver with Ivory Grips and Very Scarce Factory Picture Box

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 3, 2025

Lot 1107: Etched and Engraved Moore's Patent Front Loading Revolver

Attractive Factory Acid Etched, Engraved, and Silver Plated Moore's Patent Firearms Co. Front Loading Teatfire Revolver with Ivory Grips and Very Scarce Factory Picture Box

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 3, 2025

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,000
Price Realized:
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Attractive Factory Acid Etched, Engraved, and Silver Plated Moore's Patent Firearms Co. Front Loading Teatfire Revolver with Ivory Grips and Very Scarce Factory Picture Box

Manufacturer: Moores Patent Firearms Co
Model: Teatfire
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 32 teat-fire
Barrel: 3 1/4 inch round
Finish: silver
Grip: antique ivory
Stock:
Item Views: 315
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 99
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is frosted with light pitting/oxidation and faint rifling.
Description:

Moore's Patent Fire Arms Co. was one of the major competitors for Smith & Wesson in the metallic cartridge revolver market in 1861-1865 and then operated as the National Arms Company until it was purchased by Colt in 1870. The majority of the approximately 30,000 Moore's patent front loading pocket revolvers manufactured in 1864-1870 were finished in blue and silver, and only a smaller number received full deluxe treatment as seen on this example which features a full silver plated finish, ornate acid etching on the barrel and cylinder, an elaborately engraved frame, and smooth antique ivory grips. The etching and engraving feature scrollwork along with floral accents, and the cylinder also includes a harbor scene. The barrel is marked "MOORE'S PAT FIREARMS Co. BROOKLYN, N.Y." in a panel, and the cylinder has "D. WILLIAMSON'S PATENT JANUARY 5, 1864" marked near the rear edge. "10833" is marked on the underside of the barrel. Includes a very scarce factory picture box. Provenance: The Brig & Louise Pemberton Collection

Rating Definition:

Fine, retaining 40% of the original silver finish in sheltered areas with the balance mostly a bright grey patina or attractively aged brass and the etching and engraving both remaining crisp. The grips are also fine with an attractively aged tone and some hairline age cracks. Mechanically excellent. The box is fine with some moderate handling/storage wear, mostly on edges and corners.



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