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Lot 408: Rare Dreyse Needlefire Breech Loading Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 6, 2019

Lot 408: Rare Dreyse Needlefire Breech Loading Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 6, 2019

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,500
Price Realized:
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Rare Dreyse Needlefire Breech Loading Pistol

Manufacturer: Dreyse
Model: Needle Fire
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 38
Barrel: 6 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 4962
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 174
Class: Antique
Description:

Model 1835 type pistol marked "Cal:0.34"6 Gran Pulv" on the right between the breech and bolt (.38 caliber and 6 grains of powder) and equipped with blade and notch sights, a set trigger, spurred trigger guard, and checkered stock.

Rating Definition:

Very fine with 80% plus original blue on the barrel, mostly gray and brown patina on the balance of the casehardened parts, some minor oxidation, and minor marks and scratches. The stock is fine and has crisp checkering, minor marks and scratches, and minor chip/wear at the heel. Mechanically needs work as the mainspring in bolt is broken.



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