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Lot #3201

Lot 3200: Engraved James Reid "My Friend" Knuckle-Duster Revolver

Exceptionally Fine Desirable Engraved James Reid "My Friend" Knuckle-Duster .22 Caliber Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 5, 2021

Lot 3200: Engraved James Reid "My Friend" Knuckle-Duster Revolver

Exceptionally Fine Desirable Engraved James Reid "My Friend" Knuckle-Duster .22 Caliber Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 5, 2021

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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Exceptionally Fine Desirable Engraved James Reid "My Friend" Knuckle-Duster .22 Caliber Revolver

Manufacturer: Reid James
Model: Knuckle Duster
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22 RF
Barrel: 1 1/2 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: metal
Stock:
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Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 123
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured from 1868 to 1882, these revolvers were intended to served the dual-purpose of pocket pistol and set of brass knuckles. It has a top strap groove sight, with the left side marked "MY FRIEND PAT'D. DEC. 26, 1865". Seven-shot unfluted cylinder, with matching numbers on the cylinder, cylinder pin and frame. Frame is decorated with leafy scroll, burst and punch dot engraving, with a starburst behind the hammer and a checkered shield panel on the rear of the solid grip. Provenance: The Milan J. Turk Collection

Rating Definition:

Exceptionally fine, retains 85%plus of the original nickel finish with some scattered areas thinned revealing the attractively aged brass beneath and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent.



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