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Lot 581: Two German Single Shot Pistols

Two German Single Shot Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 4, 2009

Lot 581: Two German Single Shot Pistols

Two German Single Shot Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 4, 2009

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) Stern Falling Block Single Shot Free-Standing Target Pistol

Manufacturer: German
Model: Free Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 5.6 mm
Barrel: 12 1/2 inch part octagon
Finish: blue/ casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2482
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 107
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Ramp dovetail replacement blade front sight with adjustable rear sight, with the barrel round in the center and octagonal at the muzzle and breech. Light scroll engraving on the frame, with "*STERN*/ D.R.G.M." on the left side and crown "B" and "U" proofs on the right side of the frame and breechblock. Double set triggers, with a finger rest trigger guard/ action lever. Checkered forearm with a light Schnabel tip and checkered bag shaped grip with right handed thumbrest.

Rating Definition:

Fine. The barrel shows a mixed brown patina, with mild spotting and handling marks. Roughly 30% original case color remains on the frame, with some light spotting. Grips are good, with some scuffing, pressure dent on the lower left side and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



B) Stern Buchel System Single Shot Free Pistol

Manufacturer: German
Model: Free Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 8.15X24mm
Barrel: 11 3/4 inch octagon
Finish: blue/ casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2482
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 107
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

As A, with dovetail front sight, full octagon barrel, "eagle" and "crown/U" proofs, "SYST. BUCHEL" on the left side and caliber markings on the barrel.

Rating Definition:

Very good, with 75% of the original blue finish, showing areas of brown patina and mild handling marks. Bright case colors are visible on the frame (approximately 50%), silvering towards the edges and some areas of light spotting. Grips are very good, with a few pressure dents and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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