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Lot 73:Moores Patent Firearms Co Teatfire Revolver 32 teat-fire

May 20th, 2011|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 73:Moores Patent Firearms Co Teatfire Revolver 32 teat-fire

May 20th, 2011|Rock Island, IL
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Moore's Patent Firearms Front Loading Teat-Fire Revolver with Beaded Holster and Display Case

Manufactured circa 1864 to 1870. Brooklyn address on top of the barrel, with patent marking on the cylinder. The silver plated brass frame has a scroll and punch dot engraving on the sides with engraved recoil shields. Small hinged swivel gate mounted on the right side of the barrel lug and fitted with two-piece grips. Included is a wood and glass display case, with red felt, and a Native American, possible Cheyenne, brain tanned deer skin beaded holster, with fringe.

ConditionGood. The barrel and cylinder retain almost none of the original blue finish. The balance is a silver/gray, with pitting overall. The frame retains traces of the silver plating, under the cylinder, on the bottom, and protected areas by hammer. The remaining brass balance has a dark patina. Cylinder is loose. Grips are fair with some minor bruising and a hairline crack in right panel. Mechanically needs work. Beaded holster is very good.
Details
ManufacturerMoores Patent Firearms Co
ModelTeatfire
TypeRevolver
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge32 teat-fire
Barrel3 1/4 inch round
Finishsilver/brass/blue
Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1713
Catalog page21
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