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Lot 209: Sixteen Hopkins & Allen Handguns on an Advertising Board

Unique Collector's Lot of Sixteen Hopkins & Allen Single Action Handguns Presented on an Advertising Board

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 5, 2020

Lot 209: Sixteen Hopkins & Allen Handguns on an Advertising Board

Unique Collector's Lot of Sixteen Hopkins & Allen Single Action Handguns Presented on an Advertising Board

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 5, 2020

Estimated Price: $5,500 - $8,500
Price Realized:
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A) Hopkins & Allen XL No. 7 Revolver

Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen
Model: XL NO. 7
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 RF
Barrel: 2 inch octagon
Finish: nickel
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 2868
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 144
Class: Antique
Description:

Offered here is an instant collection of Hopkins & Allen handguns. Hopkins & Allen was one of the most prolific American firearms manufacturers from around 1868 until 1915. Includes a framed display board with hangers for all sixteen revolvers.

Rating Definition:

Very fine overall, retains 90% plus original nickel finish, some scattered light flaking and spotting, and some light dings and scratches on the grips. Mechanically excellent. The advertisement and frame are excellent with some scattered light display/storage evidence.



B) Hopkins & Allen XL No. 5 Revolver

Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen
Model: XL No. 5
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 RF
Barrel: 3 inch octagon
Finish: nickel
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 2868
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 144
Class: Antique
Description:

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retains 75% plus original nickel finish with some scattered patches of grey and brown patina and some light pitting on the front face of the cylinder. The grips are very fine with some scattered light dings and scratches. Does not hold at half cock, otherwise mechanically fine.



C) Hopkins & Allen XL No. 5 Revolver

Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen
Model: XL No. 5
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 RF
Barrel: 1 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: nickel
Grip: smooth
Stock:
Item Views: 2868
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 144
Class: Antique
Description:

Standard markings and features.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retains 95% original frosted nickel finish with some scattered light spotting and a patch of mild wear in the loading channel. The grips also very are fine with some minor dings on the left panel and a hairline age crack in the right. Sometimes the cylinder doesn't turn with cocking the hammer, otherwise mechanically fine.



D) Engraved Hopkins & Allen XL No. 2 1/2 Revolver with Pearl Grips

Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen
Model: XL No. 2
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 30 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: nickel
Grip: pearl
Stock:
Item Views: 2868
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 144
Class: Antique
Description:

75% coverage floral scroll engraving.

Rating Definition:

Fine, retains 50% original nickel finish and faint traces of original case colors with some light flaking and pitting scattered throughout. The grips are very good with some light dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.



E) Hopkins & Allen Blue Jacket No 1 1/2 Revolver

Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen
Model: Blue Jacket
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 2868
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 144
Class: Antique
Description:

Right grip panel numbered to gun.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retains 85% original nickel finish and faint traces of original case colors with some moderate scratches on the barrel and some scattered light flaking. The grips are very fine with some scattered light handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



F) Hopkins & Allen XL Deringer Pistol

Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen
Model: Derringer
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 41 RF
Barrel: 2 9/16 inch part octagon
Finish: nickel
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 2868
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 144
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured circa 1870s.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retains 75% original nickel finish with some scattered patches of mild flaking and pitting. The grips are also very good with some scattered light dings and scratches. Mechanically fine.



G) Hopkins & Allen XL Vest Pocket Deringer

Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen
Model: Derringer
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 2 1/16 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 2868
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 144
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured 1870-1890s.

Rating Definition:

Fine, retains 75% original nickel finish with the balance a smooth grey patina and some scattered light flaking. The grips are also fine with scattered light dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.



H) Scarce Hopkins & Allen XL Navy Revolver

Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen
Model: XL Navy
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 RF
Barrel: 6 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2868
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 144
Class: Antique
Description:

One of only a few hundred estimated to have been produced.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retains 85% original frosted nickel with some scattered light flaking, minor dings/scratches, and a cylinder drag line exposing some grey patina. The grips are fine showing some scattered mild wear and light dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.



I) Hopkins & Allen XL Pointer Deringer

Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen
Model: Derringer
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 2 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue/nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2868
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 144
Class: Antique
Description:

Rating Definition:

Fine, showing mostly a grey patina on iron parts with some scattered light pitting and an attractive aged patina on the brass. The grips are very good with some scattered light handling marks and a minor chip in the right panel. Mechanically excellent.



J) Hopkins & Allen XL No. 5 Revolver

Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen
Model: XL No. 5
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: nickel
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 2868
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 144
Class: Antique
Description:

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retains 90% plus original nickel finish and faint traces of original case colors with the balance some scattered light flaking and a cylinder drag line exposing some grey patina. The grips are also very fine with some scattered light dings and scratches. Mechanically fine.



K) Hopkins & Allen XL No. 4 N.Y. Revolver

Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen
Model: XL4
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 2868
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 144
Class: Antique
Description:

Right grip panel numbered to gun.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retains 60% plus original blue finish and faint original case colors with the balance mostly a smooth brown patina



L) Hopkins & Allen Ranger No. 2 Revolver

Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen
Model: Ranger No. 2
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 32 RF
Barrel: 2 3/4 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 2868
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 144
Class: Antique
Description:

Right grip panel numbered to gun.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retains 90% original nickel finish with some scattered light flaking. The grips are very good with some mild fading and light handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



M) Hopkins & Allen XL No. 3 Revolver

Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen
Model: XL3
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 32 RF
Barrel: 2 3/4 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 2868
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 144
Class: Antique
Description:

Right grip panel numbered to gun.

Rating Definition:

Fine, retains 50% plus original blue finish and strong traces of original case colors with the balance a smooth brown patina. The grips are very fine with some scattered light handling marks and retaining almost all of the varnish. Mechanically excellent.



N) Hopkins & Allen XL No. 2 Revolver

Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen
Model: XL No. 2
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 30 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: nickel
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 2868
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 144
Class: Antique
Description:

Rating Definition:

Fine, retains 60% original nickel finish with the balance a brown speckled grey patina and some scattered light pitting. The grips are also very good with some scattered light handling evidence. The hammer drops from half cock when the cylinder is turned, otherwise mechanically fine.



O) Hopkins & Allen XL No. 1 Revolver

Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen
Model: XL No. 1
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 2868
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 144
Class: Antique
Description:

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retains 80% original blue finish and strong original case colors with the balance a grey-brown patina. The grips are very fine with some light handling marks. Mechanically fine.



P) Engraved Hopkins & Allen Blue Jacket No. 1 Revolver

Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen
Model: Blue Jacket
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 2 1/4 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 2868
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 144
Class: Antique
Description:

75% coverage floral scroll engraving.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retains 90% plus original nickel finish with the balance a smooth grey patina exposed by some scattered light flaking and crisp engraving. The grips are excellent with some scattered light handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Provenance: The John Fox Collection.



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