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  • Lot #3404
Lot #3403
Lot #3405

Lot 3404: Pair of British Richards Strand Brass Percussion Conversion Pist

Pair of British Richards Strand Brass Percussion Conversion Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 21, 2013

Lot 3404: Pair of British Richards Strand Brass Percussion Conversion Pist

Pair of British Richards Strand Brass Percussion Conversion Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 21, 2013

Estimated Price: $1,100 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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A) Richards Strand Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: Richards
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 58
Barrel: 5 1/2 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1462
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 145
Class: Antique
Description:

Three British proofs are stamp ahead of the trigger and a floral scroll engraving is present behind the fish sculpted hammer. The right side of the frame is script marked "Richard's/Strand" and the left side is script marked "London". The frame has a border engraving. The frame and barrel are brass and the hammer and trigger guard are iron. A floral blossom is engraved on the trigger guard. Fitted with a smooth grip. Provenance: The William Ashby Collection

Rating Definition:

Good as converted to percussion. The brass has an untouched aged patina and the hammer and trigger guard have a dark mottled patina. The grip is fine with some minor pressure dents. Mechanically fine.



B) Richards Strand Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: Richards
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 58
Barrel: 5 1/2 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1462
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 145
Class: Antique
Description:

As described in "A", but with the addition of the number "1" stamped on the underside of the barrel and frame. Provenance: The William Ashby Collection

Rating Definition:

Good as converted to percussion. The brass has an untouched aged patina and the trigger guard and hammer have a dark mottled patina. The grip is fine with some minor pressure dents. Action needs work as the hammer does not hold a full cock position.



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