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Lot #126
Lot #128

Lot 127: Lot of Two Single Shot Pistols

Lot of Two Single Shot Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 7, 2012

Lot 127: Lot of Two Single Shot Pistols

Lot of Two Single Shot Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 7, 2012

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,400
Price Realized:
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A) E. Allen 22 Center Hammer Single Shot Pistol

Manufacturer: Allen Ethan
Model: Center Hammer
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 2 inch part octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2522
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 30
Class: Antique
Description:

Fixed sights and bird's head iron frame with the grips numbered to gun. The left barrel flat has the two line Worcester address/1865 patent date marking.

Rating Definition:

Very good. The pistol has a mottled brown-gray patina with traces of original blue finish in the protected areas of the barrel. The grips are fine with much of the varnish remaining and some minor high edge wear. A very desirable small size derringer pistol!



B) Marlin Never Miss Single Shot 41 Caliber Derringer

Manufacturer: Marlin Firearms Co
Model: Derringer
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 41 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/silver
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 2522
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 30
Class: Antique
Description:

"NEVER MISS" is stamped on top of the barrel with the three line address/patent marking on the right barrel side. Right grip panel is numbered to gun. Under 1,000 Never Miss 41 caliber derringers were manufactured.

Rating Definition:

Very good. The barrel has a mottled gray patina with some very scattered light pitting. The brass frame has an attractive patina. The grips are fine with an area of chipping on the left panel, some high edge wear, and some minor handling marks. Mechanically functions fine, but the hammer spring is weak.



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