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Lot 231:Two Pinfire Revolvers

April 24th, 2015|Rock Island, IL

Lot 231:Two Pinfire Revolvers

April 24th, 2015|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,000 - $1,600

A) Cased Belgian Folding Trigger Double Action Pinfire Revolver

This revolver has no visible maker's marks but has several Liege proof marks. It is equipped with a conical front sight and is fitted with checkered walnut grips. It comes in a bound case with brass studs along the edge and a loose swivel and stud in a compartment inside.

ConditionFine. The revolver retains more than 50% of the original finish with a brown patina on the balance and some spots of minor pitting. The hammer and trigger are partially bright. The grips are very good with some minor wear and crisp checkering designs. It is mechanically excellent with primarily crisp markings. The case is fine with general storage wear.

Details

ManufacturerBelgium

ModelPinfire

TypeRevolver

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge7.65 mm pinfire

Barrel3 3/8 inch octagon

Finishblue

Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page69

B) Cased Belgian Folding Trigger Double Action Pinfire Revolver with Inlaid Designs

Aside from "FJ", "WL", and "AH" are stamped on the grip straps under the smooth grips and Belgian proof marks on the cylinder, this revolver is unmarked. It has some wire inlaid geometric designs on most of the components, and is equipped with a triangular front sight on the raised barrel rib and a notch rear sight on the top strap. It comes in a bound case shaped and fitted to the gun with royal purple lining and two slots for accessory storage.

ConditionFine as cleaned and partially refinished. Most of the surfaces are a cleaned gray patina with some patches of residue, oxidation, and light pitting along with visible inlaid designs. The cylinder has been refinished and retains 80% plus of the blue finish which obscures the proof marks. The grips are very fine with mostly glossy surfaces and visible grain patterns. The action is fine, but the loading gate does not latch properly. The case is fine with some minor wear to the lining and some separation/pieces absent from the exterior.

Details

ManufacturerBelgium

ModelPinfire

TypeRevolver

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge8 mm PF

Barrel2 3/4 inch solid rib

Finishblue/silver

Gripantique ivory

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page69