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Lot 261: Two Percussion Pepperboxes

Collector's Lot of Two Percussion Pepperboxes

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 8, 2013

Lot 261: Two Percussion Pepperboxes

Collector's Lot of Two Percussion Pepperboxes

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 8, 2013

Estimated Price: $950 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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A) W.W. Marston/Washington Arms Percussion Pepperbox

Manufacturer: Marston W W & Co
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 31 percussion
Barrel: 5 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2252
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 61
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured in the 1850s by William W. Marston under the trade name Washington Arms, which is marked on top of the hammer. A barrel rib is marked "CAST STEEL" and floral scroll engraved frame. Serial number on the left side of the frame under the grip and the number "73" (likely an assembly number) on the trigger and barrel cluster.

Rating Definition:

Good. The pistol has a smooth gray patina with traces of original blue finish remaining in the protected areas of the barrel cluster. The grips are fine with a series of minor pressure dents on the bottoms and a few minor handling marks overall. Mechanically fine.



B) Bacon Single Action Underhammer Percussion Pepperbox

Manufacturer: Bacon Arms Co
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 31 percussion
Barrel: 3 3/4 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2252
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 61
Class: Antique
Description:

One of 200 manufactured from 1852 to 1858. A barrel rib has the address marking with a second rib marked "CAST STEEL". Standard engraving on frame and shield. Matching numbers on frame, hammer spring and barrel cluster.

Rating Definition:

Good. The pepperbox has a smooth gray patina with some minor flash pitting. The engraving is crisp. The grips are very good with a sliver of wood missing and some scattered minor handling marks. Mechanically fine.



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