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Lot #1109
Lot #1111

Lot 1110: Factory Engraved Moore's Patent Firearms Co. No. 1 Derringer

Exceptionally Fine Factory Engraved and Silver Plated Moore's Patent Firearms Co. No. 1 Derringer

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 3, 2025

Lot 1110: Factory Engraved Moore's Patent Firearms Co. No. 1 Derringer

Exceptionally Fine Factory Engraved and Silver Plated Moore's Patent Firearms Co. No. 1 Derringer

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 3, 2025

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,000
Price Realized:
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Exceptionally Fine Factory Engraved and Silver Plated Moore's Patent Firearms Co. No. 1 Derringer

Manufacturer: Moores Patent Firearms Co
Model: No. 1 Derringer
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 41 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch flat top round
Finish: silver
Grip: metal
Stock:
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Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 102
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is frosted with some light pitting/oxidation and distinct rifling.
Description:

The Moore derringers were manufactured in the first half of the 1860s and were the first large caliber cartridge derringers. This same basic design was also manufactured by the National Arms Company and Colt later in the century. This example has the typical factory scroll, arrow, and floral engraving on the frame, grip, and barrel. The top of the barrel is marked with the one-line address and the serial number is on the bottom. This example retains a remarkable amount of the silver plating, considering these derringers often saw significant wear due to being carried in a pocket.

Rating Definition:

Exceptionally fine, retains 85% of the original silver finish which shows an attractively aged patina and some scattered light flaking. The engraving is crisp. Mechanically excellent.



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