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Lot 1068: Two Derringer Style Percussion Pistols

Collector's Lot of Two Derringer Style Percussion Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 7, 2012

Lot 1068: Two Derringer Style Percussion Pistols

Collector's Lot of Two Derringer Style Percussion Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 7, 2012

Estimated Price: $1,300 - $1,900
Price Realized:
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A) Henry Derringer Philadelphia Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: Henry Deringer Rifles And Pistols
Model: Deringer
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45
Barrel: 3 1/2 inch flattop
Finish: brown/casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1577
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 34
Class: Antique
Description:

German silver blade front and notch rear sights, with "DERINGER/PHILADELA" and "P" on the breech. The address is repeated on the lock, with scrollwork on the hammer, lock, accent plate, reverse plate and trigger guard, leaf designs on the forearm tip and tang, pineapple finial, and a "WA" monogram on the inscription shield. Checkered birds head stock with a German silver tipped ramrod and teardrop shaped buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Fair, with a mixed gray patina overall. Stock is fair as repaired with areas of filler, minor cracking, sharp checkering and attractive grain. A small hole is present in the head of the hammer, otherwise mechanically good.



B) European Copy of a Philadelphia Derringer Percussion Pocket Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Derringer
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 42
Barrel: 2 3/4 inch flat top
Finish: brown
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1577
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 34
Class: Antique
Description:

Brass blade and notch sights with a set of crossed scepter proofs on the underside of the barrel, "S" on the upper left, a burst design on the bolster, floral screws, and light scroll engraving on the tang and trigger guard. Checkered Schnable-tip stock, with German silver furniture.

Rating Definition:

Very good, with traces of the original twist pattern on the barrel, and a mixed brown and gray patina overall. The stock is also very good, with some light dents and scratches. Mechanically functions but is very stiff.



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