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Lot 3643: Varsity Manufacturing A.H. Tompkins Single Shot pistol

Rare Varsity Manufacturing A.H. Tompkins Single Shot pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2021

Lot 3643: Varsity Manufacturing A.H. Tompkins Single Shot pistol

Rare Varsity Manufacturing A.H. Tompkins Single Shot pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2021

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $4,500

Rare Varsity Manufacturing A.H. Tompkins Single Shot pistol

Manufacturer: Varsity Manufacturing Co.
Model: A.H. Tompkins
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 22 LR
Barrel: 8 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1051
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 311
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Number 77 out of approximately 200 manufactured between 1947 and 1953. This pistol features a hinged breech lock design with blade front and adjustable notch rear sights, serrated trigger and hammer spur and one piece full length walnut stock with black plastic grip cap. Marked A.H.TOMPKINS/SPRINGFIELD/MASS.,U.S.A." on the top of the chamber with the patent information and serial number on the left side and "MF'D. AT/VARSITY MFG.CO." on the right.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retaining 97% plus original blue finish with scattered handling marks and spotting on the grip cap and trigger guard. Grip is very fine with scattered dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.



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