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

December 5th, 2021|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 3200:Engraved James Reid "My Friend" Knuckle-Duster Revolver

December 5th, 2021|Rock Island, IL
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Exceptionally Fine Desirable Engraved James Reid "My Friend" Knuckle-Duster .22 Caliber Revolver

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

ConditionExceptionally 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.
Details
ManufacturerReid James
ModelKnuckle Duster
TypeRevolver
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge22 RF
Barrel1 1/2 inch round
Finishnickel
Gripmetal

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1044
Catalog page123
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