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Lot #3464

Lot 3463: Very Rare Early Campo-Giro Tubular Model Prototype

Very Rare Early Campo-Giro Tubular Model Prototype Semi-Automatic Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2018

Lot 3463: Very Rare Early Campo-Giro Tubular Model Prototype

Very Rare Early Campo-Giro Tubular Model Prototype Semi-Automatic Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2018

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,500
Price Realized:
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Very Rare Early Campo-Giro Tubular Model Prototype Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Campo Giro
Model: 1904
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 32 ACP
Barrel: 4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut checkered
Stock:
Item Views: 2379
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 191
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

This is a very fine all original example of a rare Campo-Giro "tubular" prototype, a small frame handgun produced circa 1904/05. This example is easily identified as it has the full length upper slide/barrel shroud, whereas the later production models have an exposed barrel. This pistol has no factory proofmarks or serial number, but it has been hand stamped on the left side with "JC". It is a blowback operated pistol with a very unusual long hammer spur, a rear grip safety and the magazine release tucked up underneath the rear of the trigger guard and front grip strap. It has checkered walnut grip panels and is complete with an original magazine.

Rating Definition:

Very fine overall with 80% plus of the original factory high polish blue finish with even honest wear overall. The hammer retains 40% of the faded case colors overall. The grips are also very fine with nice distinct checkering mixed with light wear and minor handling marks. A nice rare example of early "tubular" prototype pistol.



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