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Lot #135
Lot #137

Lot 136: One Powder Tester and One Burglar Alarm

One Powder Tester and One Burglar Alarm

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2014

Lot 136: One Powder Tester and One Burglar Alarm

One Powder Tester and One Burglar Alarm

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2014

Estimated Price: $750 - $1,100
Price Realized:
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A) Percussion Powder Test Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Flintlock Powder Tester
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 20
Barrel: 1 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 2055
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 34
Class: Antique
Description:

Origin unknown, appears English in design, with a measuring wheel incremented from 1 to 10, floral engraved frame, and a checkered bag shaped grip with floral accents.

Rating Definition:

Fair, with a gray patina overall, flash pitting around the nipple and muzzle, and some light handling marks overall. The grip is good as repaired, with a pin-secured chip and mild dents. Mechanically very good.



B) Coon Patent Percussion Burglar Alarm

Manufacturer: Coon
Model: Burglar Alarm
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 25
Barrel: 2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: metal
Stock:
Item Views: 2055
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 34
Class: Antique
Description:

2 1/2 inches in overall length, with a 1 1/2 inch mounting screw, marked "S. COON/PATENT/SEP. 22. 1857." on one side, "MADE FOR R.M. PATCHIN/SPRINGFIELD ILL." on the reverse.

Rating Definition:

About good, showing a gray patina overall with extensive shallow pitting. Mechanically untested.



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