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Lot #3378

Lot 3377: Two Deringer Style Percussion Pocket Pistols

Two Deringer Style Percussion Pocket Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 2, 2014

Lot 3377: Two Deringer Style Percussion Pocket Pistols

Two Deringer Style Percussion Pocket Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 2, 2014

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,400
Price Realized:
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A) Deringer-Marked Pistol

Manufacturer: Deringer
Model: Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 49
Barrel: 3 3/4 inch octagon
Finish: brown
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1522
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 142
Class: Antique
Description:

German silver blade front and notch rear sights, with light scroll engraving on the breech and "DERINGER/PHILA" on the top flat, which is repeated on the lock. Checkered stock, with a nickel tipped ramrod, German silver furniture, engraved trigger guard and bag-shaped grips.

Rating Definition:

Fair. The steel components show a dark gray patina overall, darker on the breech, with heavy pitting around the nipple and muzzle and scattered handling marks. Some cracking and bending of the metal is visible on the hammer, with a small crack across the rear of the lock. The stock is fair, with glue-repaired cracks and chips, along with a number of dents and scuffs. Mechanically good.



B) Gillespie Percussion Pocket Pistol

Manufacturer: Gillespie
Model: Pocket
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 48
Barrel: 3 inch flat top
Finish: brown
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1522
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 142
Class: Antique
Description:

Produced in New York City circa 1848-1870. German silver blade front and notch rear sights, with "GILLESPIE" on the lock plate. Scroll engraving is present on several parts. German silver stock furniture, with a checkered bird's head butt.

Rating Definition:

Good. The steel components show a mixed brown patina, with areas of pitting and scattered handling marks. The letters "W" and "T" have been scratches into the left side of the stock, with a few light cracks and scattered dents. Ramrod absent. Mechanically good.



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