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Lot 1301:Two Unique Pepperbox Pistols

April 21st, 2013|Rock Island, IL

Lot 1301:Two Unique Pepperbox Pistols

April 21st, 2013|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,200 - $1,700

A) Large Caliber Percussion Pepperbox Pistol

Consignor notes state that this large caliber pistol is a prototype. The pistol has no maker markings. The barrel cluster is made up of five smooth bore barrels which gauge at approximately 72 caliber. The barrel cluster is manually rotated. The grip is brass and features a flared butt. Provenance: The William Ashby Collection

ConditionFair. The barrel cluster and other iron components have a mottled gray patina with minor pitting. The brass has an untouched aged patina. Action needs work as the barrel cluster is loose.

Details

ManufacturerUnknown

ModelPepperbox

TypePistol

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge72

Barrel6 1/2 inch solid rib

Finishbright

Gripbrass

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page118

B) Large Caliber Percussion Pepperbox Pistol

There are no maker markings and the consignor notes state that it is a prototype. The barrel cluster is made up of four smooth bore barrels which gauge at approximately 72 caliber. The barrel cluster is manually rotated and is released by pulling the trigger guard back. Fitted with a brass grip. Provenance: The William Ashby Collection

ConditionFair. The barrel cluster and the other iron components have a mottled gray patina with some minor pitting. The brass has a mixed patina with the collection number "255" painted in red behind the trigger.