In 1863, Nathaniel and John Curry inherited their brother Charle's business upon his death in 1863 and operated as wholesalers and sales agents for Henry Deringer's popular pocket pistols and rifles. They also sold weapons made by Slotter & Co and others and remained active dealers through "Silver Era" until 1886 when they sold the firm to Charles Ladd. The rifle is pictured on page 77 of "California Gunsmiths, 1846-1900" by Lawrence P. Shelton. The barrel is marked "N. CURRY & BRO.," and the lock is marked with the same over "SAN FRANCISCO." The latter marking is restamped over an error. The muzzle is turned down for a starter, and the rifle is equipped with blade and notch sights and double set triggers. There is a tap in the upper tang for a peep sight. There is a "7" at the breech and on the underside of the lock. The stock has a cheek piece, brass furniture, and German silver wedge escutcheons.

Good. The barrel has a blend of faded original brown finish and brown and gray patina with vise marks visible on both sides of the barrel behind the rear sight. The percussion nipple is a modern replacement. There is minimal pitting and some scattered scratches and dings. The lock has a similar gray-brown patina, and the brass and German silver display an aged patina. The refinished stock is good and only has a few minor scratches and pressure marks. The lock and set triggers function very well. This is an attractive example of a California rifle from the mid-19th century.