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Lot 69: Two Unique Antique Percussion Alarm Guns

Two Unique Antique Percussion Alarm Guns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 20, 2012

Lot 69: Two Unique Antique Percussion Alarm Guns

Two Unique Antique Percussion Alarm Guns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 20, 2012

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $3,500
Price Realized:
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A) John Jenkins Marked Percussion Alarm Gun

Manufacturer: Jenkins John
Model: Alarm
Type: Other
Gauge: 38
Barrel: 2 1/8 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock:
Item Views: 1935
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 32
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured circa 1860. The top of the frame is marked "JOHN JENKINS/ PONTHIR, MON." The alarm gun has two mounting flanges. Overall length is 7 1/4 inches.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, with an attractive mustard yellow brass patina.



B) Frail & Co. Marked Percussion Alarm Gun

Manufacturer: None
Model: None
Type: Other
Gauge: 44
Barrel: 2 1/4 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock:
Item Views: 1935
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 32
Class: Antique
Description:

The alarm gun has two forward iron spur legs and a wedge doorstop type trigger. Marked "FRAIL & CO." in an upward arch over "REGISTERED/1767" on both sides of the frame. Overall length is 6 inches.

Rating Definition:

Fine. There is a long scratch on the left side, otherwise the alarm gun has an attractive untouched aged dark patina. Mechanically fine.



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