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Lot #3130

Lot 3129: German Scheintod Folding Trigger Tear Gas Revolver

Very Unique German Scheintod Folding Trigger Tear Gas Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2019

Lot 3129: German Scheintod Folding Trigger Tear Gas Revolver

Very Unique German Scheintod Folding Trigger Tear Gas Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2019

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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Very Unique German Scheintod Folding Trigger Tear Gas Revolver

Manufacturer: German
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 12 mm
Barrel: 1/4 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: hardwood
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Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 62
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

These revolvers were manufactured in the early 1900s and designed to use a variety of different less than lethal 12mm cartridges, one of the most interesting being tear gas. The name "Scheintod" appears to loosely translate to "false death". The only markings on the revolver itself are "crown/U" proofs on the cylinder and frame and "18" on the rear cylinder face. The grips are marked "SCHEINTOD/REVOLVER" and display a "dancing death" image. A very interesting curiosity that would be a talking point of most any collection.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retains 75% plus original nickel finish with the balance a grey patina and some patches of flaking. The grips retain most of their black paint finish and imagery with some mild age cracking and light wear. Mechanically excellent.



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