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Lot #1246
Lot #1248

Lot 1247: Excellent Colt Number Three Single Shot Derringer

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 8, 2013

Lot 1247: Excellent Colt Number Three Single Shot Derringer

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 8, 2013

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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Excellent Colt Number Three Single Shot Derringer

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: #3 Derringer
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 41
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
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Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 121
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured circa 1875-1912. German silver blade sight, with "-COLT-" in italics on top of the barrel and "41 CAL" on the left side of the frame. Blue finished barrel, nickel frame, casehardened hammer, niter blue trigger and smooth birds head grips.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, with 90% plus original blue finish, showing a gray and brown patina on the sides and a few dings at the muzzle and breech. Frame shows 98% nickel with a few areas with a frosted appearance. Light scratches and handling marks overall. Grips are also excellent, with most of the original varnish, light pressure dents. Mechanically excellent.



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