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Lot 207: Two European Pinfire Revolvers

Collector's Lot of Two European Pinfire Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2011

Lot 207: Two European Pinfire Revolvers

Collector's Lot of Two European Pinfire Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2011

Estimated Price: $700 - $1,000
Price Realized:
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A) German Double Action Folding Trigger Pinfire Revolver

Manufacturer: English
Model: DA Revolver
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 7 mm
Barrel: 3 1/4 inch octagon
Finish: nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 904
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 46
Class: Antique
Description:

No maker's marks, crown over "crown/U" proofmark on the bottom barrel flat, right side of the frame and cylinder, folding trigger, six round unfluted cylinder, ejector rod on the right side of the frame, dove tailed pinched front and hammer notch rear sights and fitted with smooth varnish two piece walnut grips.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. The revolver retains 90% original nickel finish with scattered minor flaking with minor oxidation on the exposed metal. The grips are very fine with minor nicks along the upper edges and overall a few minor handling marks. The action is excellent.



B) Guardian Marked Folding Trigger Pinfire Revolver

Manufacturer: Belgium
Model: Pinfire
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 7 mm
Barrel: 2 3/4 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 904
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 46
Class: Antique
Description:

No maker's mark, the cylinder is marked "THE GUARDIAN AMERICAN MODEL OF 1878", "43" is marked on most parts as well as "19" on the left side of the frame, various Belgium proofs, including the Liege proof. Post front sight, ejector rod on the right side of the frame, six round unfluted cylinder, folding trigger and fitted with smooth varnished two piece walnut grips.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. The revolver retains 85% original blue finish with high edge wear and some scattered minor spotting. The grips are excellent with some mild lower edge wear and a few minor dings and handling marks. The markings are clear. The action is excellent.



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