This six shot pepperbox has fine floral scroll engraving on the frame and an etched patter on the removable nipple shield. The left side of the hammer is marked "ALLENS PATENT" and one of the barrel ribs is marked "PATENTED 1837" (somewhat faint). The matching serial number "90" is marked on many of components including the underside of the smooth grip panels. The grip panels also have small inlays. It comes in a hardwood case with velour lined and partitioned interior. Adhered to the interior of the lid is a "BOLEN'S LIFE AND PROPERTY PRESERVERS" label recommending the pistol to travelers and house keepers that has been hand marked "Property of John Preston Smith - Hudson St. New York 1840". (Preliminary research on Smith produced no firm details due to the prevalence of similarly named individuals). The case also has a second extremely rare large Bolen retailer label on the bottom that has since been protected by the addition of piece of clear plastic tacked to the bottom. The case contains a powder flask with cap compartment, some caps, a ball mold, and a ramrod.

Excellent. The pistol retains 75% plus of the original blue finish on the barrel assembly, 85% bright blue on the frame, 95% plus of the vivid case colors on the bar hammer, and as much of the niter blue finish on the frame. The grips retain nearly all of the original glossy varnish and have only slight handling/storage type marks. The case is very fine with the lock mechanism absent, some minor storage wear on the exterior, and some stains and partially loose pieces on the interior. The labels are well retained with some small pieces missing from the bottom. The accessories are in excellent condition. Overall, this is a superb and complete set!