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Lot 3230:Merwin & Bray Front Loading Pocket Revolver

December 5th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Lot 3230:Merwin & Bray Front Loading Pocket Revolver

December 5th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$2,000 - $3,000

Excellent Cased Merwin & Bray Front Loading Pocket Revolver

This revolver was manufactured in the 1860s and is chambered for the 30 caliber cup primed front loading cartridge. The top of the barrel rib is marked "MERWIN & BRAY FIRE ARMS CO. N.Y." The left barrel flat is marked "MERWIN & BRAY NEW-YORK." Matching serial numbers are on the butt, both grip panels, barrel, and cylinder. The period partitioned case lined in red wine velvet contains a box for 30 caliber cup primed cartridges (two rounds included). Provenance: The Milan J. Turk Collection

ConditionVery fine. The barrel and cylinder retain 80% original blue finish. The frame retains 97% original silver plating. The grips are also very fine with a few minor handling marks and most of the original varnish remaining. Mechanically excellent. The case is fine with minor handling/storage marks and some typical high spot wear on the lining. The cartridge box has a fine label with the sides torn.

Details

ManufacturerMerwin & Bray

ModelPocket

TypeRevolver

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge30

Barrel3 1/2 inch solid rib

Finishblue/silver

Griprosewood

Item LocationRock Island, IL