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Lot 105: Two German Revolvers

Collector's Lot of Two German Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2011

Lot 105: Two German Revolvers

Collector's Lot of Two German Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2011

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,700
Price Realized:
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A) Dreyse Model 1879 Reichs Revolver

Manufacturer: Dreyse
Model: 1879
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 11 mm
Barrel: 7 1/8 inch part octagon
Finish: brown
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 7479
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 25
Class: Antique
Description:

Marked "F.V. Dreyse/ B/ Sommerda" in an oval on the left side of the frame with the date "1882" on the barrel lug. Matching numbers throughout including the screws with the safety and butt lanyard ring numbered to a different gun. Butt is marked "6.D 3.10". Fitted with smooth grips.

Rating Definition:

Good. The revolver has a mottled brown patina. There is some extensive pitting with deep pitting on the right barrel side. The freshened grips are fine with some minor dings and scratches.



B) German Model 1883 Double Action Officers Revolver

Manufacturer: German
Model: 1883
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 11 mm
Barrel: 4 1/2 part octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 7479
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 25
Class: Antique
Description:

Left side of frame is marked "C.S. * C.G.H. / SUHL" (double stamped) with the serial number on barrel, frame and barrel lug, with the partial serial number "38" on most of the small parts, including the screws. Straw colored small parts, checkered grips and lanyard ring on the butt.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. The revolver retains 90% plus bright original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. (This has a protective coat of varnish which needs removed.) The small parts retain 60% original straw color. The grips are excellent with a few minor nicks in the overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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