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Lot #135

Lot 134: Two Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Pistols

Collector's Lot of Two Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 7, 2012

Lot 134: Two Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Pistols

Collector's Lot of Two Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 7, 2012

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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A) Allen & Thurber Dragoon Pepperbox Pistol

Manufacturer: Allen & Thurber
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 36 percussion
Barrel: 6 inch fluted
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 5708
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 31
Class: Antique
Description:

A barrel cluster flute is marked "ALLEN & THURBER WORCESTER". The recoil shield and frame have a floral scroll engraving. Fitted with a spur trigger guard. Matching numbers on the frame, hammer spring, and grips.

Rating Definition:

Very good as refinished. The barrel cluster is a dull blue with the balance a smooth brown patina and the remaining metal surfaces have a mottled brown-gray patina. There is some very scattered minor pitting. The grips are fine with a small gouge on the right panel, a couple missing slivers of wood and few minor handling marks. Mechanically does not function.



B) Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Pistol

Manufacturer: Allen & Thurber
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 36 percussion
Barrel: 3 inch fluted
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 5708
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 31
Class: Antique
Description:

The following markings on present on the barrel cluster flutes "ALLEN & THURBER", "WORCESTER", and "PATENTED 1845". The bar hammer is marked "ALLENS PATENT" and the frame and a floral scroll engraving. Matching numbers on the frame, hammer spring, and grips.

Rating Definition:

Good. The barrel cluster has a mottled brown patina and the remaining metal surfaces have a mottled gray patina. There is some scattered mild pitting. The grips are fine with some scattered minor scratches and pressure dents. A percussion nipple is missing. Action is fine.



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