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Lot #188
Lot #190

Lot 189: Cased Engraved Blissett London Pepperbox

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 24, 2015

Lot 189: Cased Engraved Blissett London Pepperbox

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 24, 2015

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $3,750
Price Realized:
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Cased Engraved Blissett London Pepperbox

Manufacturer: John Blissett
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 11 mm
Barrel: 3 1/2 inch 6 barrel cluster
Finish: blue/silver
Grip: fancy walnut
Stock:
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Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 57
Class: Antique
Description:

Scroll engraved receiver with "J. BLISSETT/321 HIGH HOLBORN/LONDON" on the left side and "IMPROVED/REVOLVING PISTOL" on the right side. Rotating "crown/V" and "crown/GP" proof marks are marked on the breech end of each barrel flute. Blue barrel cluster, trigger guard and hammer, with a silver frame. No sights and a sliding hammer safety. Complete in a wooden case with an inset brass disk on the outside of the lid, John Blissett label affixed to the inside of the lid and green felt lining. The inside has 7 compartments, two with wooden lids. In the case are two round containers with screw on lids, an oiler, brass and ebony ram rod, a Armstrong & Co. cap tin and a metal flask.

Rating Definition:

Very good plus. The barrels, trigger guard and hammer have a mottled dark gray patina. The frame remains bright with some frosting on the grip straps. The grips are very fine with most of the original "plano" varnish remaining and showing a few minor dents. The engraving and markings are clear. The action is fine. The case is very good with some scattered minor dents and scratches. The lining shows some minor contact wear and staining. There is a small piece absent from the lid and a crack on one of the containers, otherwise the accessories are very good.



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