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Lot 1563: Two Allen & Thurber Patent Pepperbox Pistols

Two Allen & Thurber Patent Pepperbox Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2009

Lot 1563: Two Allen & Thurber Patent Pepperbox Pistols

Two Allen & Thurber Patent Pepperbox Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2009

Estimated Price: $1,100 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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A) Engraved Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Pistol

Manufacturer: Allen & Thurber
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 31 percussion
Barrel: 3 1/4 inch ribbed
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 822
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 25
Class: Antique
Description:

Six-shot barrel cluster marked "PATENTED 1837 CAST STEEL" on a rib and "ALLEN & THURBER WORCHESTER" on another rib. "ALLEN'S PATENT" marked on the left side of the hammer. Match serial number on hammer spring, frame, underneath each grip and barrel cluster. Standard broad scroll engraved frame and detachable nipple shield and zigzag border on the backstrap.

Rating Definition:

Good. The barrel cluster and hammer have a smooth brown patina and some dark minor pitting. The frame, nipple shield and trigger guard have a smooth gray patina and some mild pitting mostly on the nipple shield and trigger guard. The grips are fine with some minor dings and scratches mostly on the bottoms. Missing a percussion nipple. About half of the nipple shield engraving remains. Frame engraving is clear. Markings are weak, but legible.



B) Engraved Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Pistol

Manufacturer: Allen & Thurber
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 31 percussion
Barrel: 3 inch ribbed
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 822
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 25
Class: Antique
Description:

Six-shot barrel cluster marked "PATENTED 1857 CAST STEEL" on a rib, "ALLEN & THURBER / NORWICH C-T." on the left side of the hammer, "ALLEN'S PATENT" on top of the hammer. Matching serial number on frame, hammer spring, underneath each grip and barrel cluster. Standard broad scroll engraved frame and detachable nipple shield and zigzag border on the backstrap. Silver oval inlays on each grip.

Rating Definition:

Good, showing mixed gray patina overall. There is some minor flash pitting. The grips are fine with some minor dings and scratches and a mild gash on the left grip. The nipple shield engraving is worn smooth. Frame engraving is clear and markings are basically clear.



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