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  • Lot #221
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Lot #222

Lot 221: Two Pepperboxes

Two Pepperboxes

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 30, 2010

Lot 221: Two Pepperboxes

Two Pepperboxes

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 30, 2010

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

Manufacturer: Allen & Thurber
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 31
Barrel: 3 3/5 inch ribbed
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 453
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 44
Class: Antique
Description:

Marked "ALLEN & THURBER / WORCESTER" on one barrel rib "1837 CAST-STEEL" on the next. "ALLENS PATENT" is stamped on the left side of the hammer. Scroll and floral engraving is present on the frame and recoil shield, and matching numbers are visible on the hammer, trigger guard, barrels, grips, mainspring and frame.

Rating Definition:

Good, with traces of the original blue, showing a mixed brown patina overall, bright edge wear and scattered spotting. Grips are also good, with some mild pressure dents. Mechanically fine.



B) Allen & Thurber Engraved Pepperbox

Manufacturer: Allen & Thurber
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 32
Barrel: 3 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 453
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 44
Class: Antique
Description:

As A, with "ALLEN & THURBER WORCESTER" on the barrels, scroll engraved frame and recoil shield.

Rating Definition:

Fine, with 40% of the original blue finish, strongest on the barrels, with areas of brown patina and handling marks. Grips are very good, with mild pressure dents and scratches. Mechanically fine.



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