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  • Lot #1277
Lot #1276
Lot #1278

Lot 1277: Gaulois No. 3 Palm Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2014

Lot 1277: Gaulois No. 3 Palm Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2014

Estimated Price: $1,500 - $2,250

Gaulois No. 3 Palm Pistol

Manufacturer: French
Model: Gaulois
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 8 mm
Barrel: 2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 1454
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 131
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

The top of the barrel is marked "GAULOIS" with the crossed cannons and arrow logo. There is a bead front sight. The top of the frame is marked "CAL./8m/m" over the chamber with the full company marking at the rear and "No./3" on the dust cover. The frame and barrel are both decorated with etched floral designs. The operating arm is casehardened with a checkered hard rubber grip panel. The sliding dust cover and front of the frame are serrated.

Rating Definition:

Very good as period refinished. The pistol retains 90% of the blue finish with a smooth brown patina on the balance. The operating arm retains traces of case colors. The grip is very good with a missing chip at the top and overall crisp checkering. Mechanically fine.



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