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Lot #887
Lot #889

Lot 888: Two Pocket Rifles

Collector's Lot of Two Pocket Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2012

Lot 888: Two Pocket Rifles

Collector's Lot of Two Pocket Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2012

Estimated Price: $1,300 - $2,000
Price Realized:
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A) Frank Wesson Pocket Rifle with Matching Stock

Manufacturer: Frank Wesson
Model: 1870
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 32 RF
Barrel: 10 inch octagon
Finish: blue/nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1374
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 176
Class: Antique
Description:

Medium frame pistol manufactured from 1870-93. Left barrel flat has the two line address/patent marking. Hooded front and adjustable rear sights. Both grips, barrel and stock are numbered to the gun.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. The barrel retains 70% blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. The frame and stock retain most of the original nickel finish with the factory finish showing a rough texture. The grips are very fine with most of the varnish remaining and some minor handling marks.



B) Stevens No. 42 Second Issue Pocket Rifle with Matching Stock

Manufacturer: Stevens J Arms Co
Model: Pocket-Rifle
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 22
Barrel: 10 inch round
Finish: blue/nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1374
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 176
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured from 1896 to 1916. Barrel has the two line Stevens address marking and combination beach and adjustable notch sights. Grips, barrel and stock are numbered to gun.

Rating Definition:

Excellent. Barrel retains 95% thinning original blue finish. Frame retains 95% original nickel finish with flaking on the grip straps. The grips are excellent with some scattered minor handling marks. The stock retains most of the original nickel finish.



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