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  • Auction Catalog #55
  • Lot #1124
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Lot 1124: Excellent Colt Third Model 41 Caliber Thuer Derringer

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 20, 2012

Lot 1124: Excellent Colt Third Model 41 Caliber Thuer Derringer

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 20, 2012

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,700
Price Realized:
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Excellent Colt Third Model 41 Caliber Thuer Derringer

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: #3 Derringer
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 41 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1888
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 233
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured from 1875 to 1912. The top of the barrel is marked "-COLT-" in large italicized letters and "41 CAL" is marked on the left side of the frame. Serial number is on the left side of the frame under the grip. The grips are numbered to the gun.

Rating Definition:

Excellent. The barrel retains 95% plus bright original high polish blue finish with some gray on the high spots. 90% original casehardening remains on hammer with 60% of the original nitre blue remaining on the trigger. The frame retains 98% original nickel plating. The grips are also excellent with most of the varnish remaining and slight high edge wear. Mechanically excellent.



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