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Lot #1384

Lot 1383: English Pepperbox Pistol 36 percussion

Exceptional Cased Engraved English Percussion Pepperbox with Accessories

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 30, 2016

Lot 1383: English Pepperbox Pistol 36 percussion

Exceptional Cased Engraved English Percussion Pepperbox with Accessories

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 30, 2016

Estimated Price: $3,250 - $4,500
Price Realized:
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Exceptional Cased Engraved English Percussion Pepperbox with Accessories

Manufacturer: English
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 36 percussion
Barrel: 3 inch fluted
Finish: casehardened/silver
Grip: walnut
Stock:
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Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 191
Class: Antique
Description:

This British percussion pepperbox has a German silver frame featuring a floral scroll engraving, which extends to the back strap. A floral motif engraving also appears on the casehardened hammer and blue finished trigger guard. The barrel cluster (6 barrels) has a British proof stamped in each flute. Fitted with fine checkered grips and a beautifully executed relief lion's head grip cap. The walnut partitioned case is lined with red velvet and contains the following accessories: oiler, ramrod/cleaning rod with attachments, screwdriver, double face shell powder flask and bullet mold,

Rating Definition:

Excellent. The barrel cluster and hammer retain 97% vivid original case colors showing some fading to gray. The frame is also excellent with crisp engraving. The grips are excellent with overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The case is fine with a long crack on the lid, faded lining showing some high spot wear and some minor handling/storage marks.



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