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Lot 1562: Two Marston Engraved Pepperbox Pistols

Two Marston Engraved Pepperbox Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2009

Lot 1562: Two Marston Engraved Pepperbox Pistols

Two Marston Engraved Pepperbox Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2009

Estimated Price: $1,300 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) Engraved W.W. Marston Double Action Pepperbox pistol

Manufacturer: Marston W W & Co
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 31
Barrel: 4 inch ribbed
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2187
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 25
Class: Antique
Description:

The six shot barrel cluster is marked on the ribs " WARRANTED CAST STEEL" and "NEW YORK". The bar hammer is marked "W.W.MARSTON" on top and "PATENTED 1849" on the left side and "NEW.YORK" on the right. The frame is engraved on both sides with floral scrolls and light engraving on the back strap and light engraving on the nipple shield. The grip screws have steel escutcheons.

Rating Definition:

Very good. The barrels and nipple shield have a plum brown patina showing high edge wear. The frame is slightly lighter in color and patina. The grips are very good. Mechanically good, the barrels are a little loose, but index properly.



B) Engraved W.W. Marston & Knox

Manufacturer: Marston W W & Co
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 31
Barrel: 2 7/8 inch ribbed
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2187
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 25
Class: Antique
Description:

The six shot barrel cluster is marked on the ribs " W.W. MARSTON & KNOX" and "NEW YORK". The bar hammer is marked "W.W.MARSTON" on top and on the left side "NEW.YORK 1854". The frame is engraved on both sides with floral scrolls and light engraving on the back strap and light engraving on the nipple shield. The grip screws have steel escutcheons.

Rating Definition:

Good. The pistol has been cleaned to bright and shows scattered light spotting. The grips are good. Mechanically good.



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