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Lot #1376
Lot #1378

Lot 1377: Two Engraved Colt Pocket Pistols with Case

Two Engraved Colt Semi-Automatic Pocket Pistols with Display Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 4, 2019

Lot 1377: Two Engraved Colt Pocket Pistols with Case

Two Engraved Colt Semi-Automatic Pocket Pistols with Display Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 4, 2019

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $4,000
Price Realized:
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A) Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1903
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 32 ACP
Barrel: 3 3/4 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: synthetic pearl
Stock:
Item Views: 1506
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 215
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Both pistols in this lot are decorated with fine scroll engraving with punch-dot backgrounds, and a set of Ajax brand synthetic mother of pearl grips with gold Rampant Colt medallions. No engraver's signature or initials are present. The 1903 was manufactured in 1918, with standard markings overall. A glass-topped display case with a red velvet lined French-cut interior configured to hold both pistols in the lot is included.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as professionally finished and embellished, with 98% plus nickel, showing some light handling marks overall. A small bend is visible on the front right corner of the frame. The grips are also very fine, and the case shows some light handling marks. Mechanically fine.



B) Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1908 Vest Pocket
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 25 ACP
Barrel: 2 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: synthetic pearl
Stock:
Item Views: 1506
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 215
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1924. Decorated as A, with standard markings as well.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as professionally embellished, with 98% plus nickel, showing a small amount of pitting beneath the surface on the trigger and some light handling marks overall. The grips are also very fine. Mechanically fine.



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