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Lot 72: Engraved Henry Deringer Percussion Pocket Pistol

C. Curry San Francisco Retailer Marked Engraved Henry Deringer Percussion Pocket Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 3, 2021

Lot 72: Engraved Henry Deringer Percussion Pocket Pistol

C. Curry San Francisco Retailer Marked Engraved Henry Deringer Percussion Pocket Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 3, 2021

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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C. Curry San Francisco Retailer Marked Engraved Henry Deringer Percussion Pocket Pistol

Manufacturer: Deringer Revolver And Pistol Co
Model: Percussion Pocket Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 41
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch irregular
Finish: brown/blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2163
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 54
Class: Antique
Description:

The top barrel flat is marked "C. CURRY/SAN FRANCo CALa/AGENT". Born in Ireland and operating in Philadelphia from 1837 to 1852, Charles Curry sold arms in San Francisco from 1852 until his death in 1863, becoming sole West Coast agent for Deringer in 1858, a position he left to his sons, Nathaniel and John (N. Curry & Bro.) Blade front and notch rear sights, with a pair of German silver bands bordering the breech and "DERINGER/PHILADEL" on top. Flourishes of floral scroll engraving are present on the German silver and iron, including the lockplate which is also marked "DERINGER/PHILADELa".

Rating Definition:

Very good, showing traces of original brown and blue finishes mixed with a grey patina, mostly bright German silver, and the balance mostly a smooth grey patina with some mild oxidation around the nipple. The stock is good with a few hairline cracks, mild wear, and some scattered minor dings. Mechanically excellent.



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