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Lot 1002: Two American Antique Pistols

Two American Antique Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2011

Lot 1002: Two American Antique Pistols

Two American Antique Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2011

Estimated Price: $1,100 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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A) Frank Wesson Medium Frame Superposed Pistol

Manufacturer: Frank Wesson
Model: Superposed
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 32 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue/silver
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 2283
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 167
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured from 1868 to 1880. First type with traces of the three line address/"Pt. Applied for" marking. Grips are numbered to gun.

Rating Definition:

Good. The barrels have a smooth gray patina with some minor pitting. The brass has an even patina showing signs of having been cleaned some time ago. The grips are also good with worn high edges, a few minor dings, and some minor scratches. Mechanically fine.



B) American Arms Co. .32 Rimfire Double Barrel Derringer

Manufacturer: American Arms Co
Model: Over Under Swivel
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 32 RF
Barrel: 2 5/8 inch octagon
Finish: blue/silver
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 2283
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 167
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured circa 1866 to 1878. American Arms barrel address, with the Wheeler patent dates barrel marking. Square butt with short barrels. Right grip panel numbered to gun.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. The barrels retain 30% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown-gray patina. The frame retains 90% original silver plating. The grips are very fine with numerous minor scratches with most of the varnish remaining. Mechanically fine.



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