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Lot #3393
Lot #3395

Lot 3394: First Model First Variation Manhattan 22 Caliber Pocket Revolver

Rare Factory Engraved First Model First Variation Manhattan 22 Caliber Pocket Revolver with Rare Factory Picture Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 9, 2018

Lot 3394: First Model First Variation Manhattan 22 Caliber Pocket Revolver

Rare Factory Engraved First Model First Variation Manhattan 22 Caliber Pocket Revolver with Rare Factory Picture Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 9, 2018

Estimated Price: $3,250 - $4,750
Price Realized:
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Rare Factory Engraved First Model First Variation Manhattan 22 Caliber Pocket Revolver with Rare Factory Picture Box

Manufacturer: Manhattan Firearms Company
Model: Pocket
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 3 inch ribbed octagon
Finish: blue/silver plated
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2018
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 183
Class: Antique
Description:

This small pocket revolver is a fine copy of the Smith & Wesson First Model Type 22 Revolver and production was eventually halted by a lawsuit. However, those produced were very well made and sold readily. This example has the standard scroll engraving on the side flats of the barrel and a small area on the top grip strap behind the hammer. On the top of the barrel at the breech it is marked in a tiny arch motif "MANHATTAN FIRE ARMS/MANUFG./CO./N.Y." The serial number is marked on the bottom grip strap under the left panel, and the matching partial serial is marked on the flat in front of the cylinder. Under the right grip panel at the bottom it is marked "TS" and "K". It features a seven shot cylinder, blade front sight with a notch on the cylinder catch serving as rear sights. Includes an original two piece factory box with a label with an image of the gun and manufacture information on top.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. The pistol has 30% of the original blue finish on the barrel with an otherwise gray/brown patina and 95% of the untouched original silver plating has an aged patina with small amounts of brass visible on the top of the grip strap. The cylinder has a golden brown patina with some rotation marks. There are some light scratches and marks overall. The grips are very fine with some minor dings and marks.



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