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Lot #96

Lot 95: Two Knuckle Duster Derringers in Different Calibers

Collector's Lot of Two Knuckle Duster Derringers in Different Calibers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2012

Lot 95: Two Knuckle Duster Derringers in Different Calibers

Collector's Lot of Two Knuckle Duster Derringers in Different Calibers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2012

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) Engraved James Reid "My Friend" Knuckle-Duster Pepperbox Revolver

Manufacturer: Reid James
Model: Knuckle Duster
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22
Barrel: 1 3/8 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: metal
Stock:
Item Views: 1551
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 22
Class: Antique
Description:

Produced circa 1870-1882. Top strap groove sight, with the left side marked "MY FRIEND PAT'D. DEC. 26, 1865". Five shot unfluted cylinder, with matching numbers on the cylinder, and frame and a cutout for a cylinder stop on the underside of the frame. Frame is decorated with scroll, burst and punch dot engraving. Solid grip section, with a checkered panel on the rear.

Rating Definition:

Fair as incomplete, with a mixed brown and gray patina on the cylinder and hammer, and a well aged patina on the frame, brighter along the high edges and darker in the protected areas. Mechanically does not work.



B) Scarce Reid .32 Caliber "My Friend" Brass Framed Knuckle-Duster Revolver

Manufacturer: Reid James
Model: Knuckle Duster
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 32 RF
Barrel: 1 5/8 inch round
Finish: blue/silver
Grip: metal
Stock:
Item Views: 1551
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 22
Class: Antique
Description:

Produced circa 1870-1882. Marked "MY FRIEND PATD. DEC 26 1865" on the left side of the top strap, with the sighting groove on top, knurled hammer, checkered back strap and fine scroll engraving.

Rating Definition:

Good, with traces of the original silver finish, showing a deep, well aged patina in the protected areas and mild handling marks overall. The side plate is a different tone than the rest of the frame. The cylinder pin is a crude replacement. A mixed gray patina is showing on the steel components, with mild pitting. Mechanically needs work as the cylinder spins freely when operated.



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