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Lot 1173: Cased Pair of Southerner Derringers

Cased Pair of Southerner Derringers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 30, 2016

Lot 1173: Cased Pair of Southerner Derringers

Cased Pair of Southerner Derringers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 30, 2016

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $3,500
Price Realized:
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A) Merrimack Arms Co. Southerner Derringer

Manufacturer: Merrimack Arms & Manufacturing Co.
Model: Southerner
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 41 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue/silver
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 1537
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 86
Class: Antique
Description:

A total of approximately 16,500 were manufactured circa 1866 to 1873. This example is marked with "SOUTHERNER" in large text on the top of the barrel, the three line Merrimack Arms address/patent date on the left, matching serial numbers, high polish blue finish on the barrel and screw heads, silver plated brass frame, and casehardened hammer and trigger. The pair come is a rosewood veneered presentation double case with an inset brass plaque on the lid and French fitted interior with red felt lining and green felt accents. In the case is a box of Eley Bros .41 caliber rimfire cartridges with 40 cartridges

Rating Definition:

Fine. The barrel retains 60% original blue finish with edge wear and areas of smooth gray patina. Most of the original, bright case colors remain on the hammer. The frame retains traces of original silver plating, mainly in protected areas. Most of the original, bright niter blue finish remains on the screw heads. The grips are fine with some very minor wear on the lower edges and a few minor dents and dings. The markings are crisp and clear. Mechanically fine. The case is fine with some minor dings on the exterior and some minor contact wear and staining on the lining. The box for the ammunition is fair.



B) Brown Manufacturing Company Southerner Pocket Derringer

Manufacturer: Merrimack Arms & Manufacturing Co.
Model: Southerner
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 41 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue/silver
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1537
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 86
Class: Antique
Description:

As described in "A" but with Brown Mfg. markings.

Rating Definition:

Fine. The barrel retains 80% of the original thinning blue finish with edge wear and areas thinning to a smooth brown patina. The frame has a very attractive dark aged patina. Most of the original bright niter blue remains on the screw heads. The grips are very fine with almost all of the varnish remaining, some very minor wear on the lower edges, and some minor dings and dents. The markings are crisp and clear. Mechanically fine.



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