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Lot 164:"The Sure Defender" Single Shot Underhammer Percussion Pistol

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 164:"The Sure Defender" Single Shot Underhammer Percussion Pistol

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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"The Sure Defender" Single Shot Underhammer Percussion Pistol with Integral Brass Knuckles and Dagger

Manufactured by an unknown party, the Sure Defender shows a number of design similarities to the Dolne "Apache Pistol" with a hinged grip arrangement with a set of finger holes; when opened, it is a single shot percussion pistol, and when folded, it becomes a set of brass knuckles with a swing-out dagger blade which, depending on configuration, serves as either a pistol bayonet or a trench-style knife. The only markings on the pistol are "THE SURE/DEFENDER" on top of the cast brass frame and "205" on the grip, hinge, and knife blade. It has a blue finished barrel, knife blade, trigger, and "hammer", while the grip and rear of the frame are silver plated brass. The dagger measures 2 5/8 inches long with a triangular cross section and a flamberge-style waved edge profile. The overall length is 6 1/2 inches when in "knife" configuration. The underhammer action operates with a steel spring mounted to the underside of the muzzle, a knurled striker and a spring loaded folding trigger. It is unknown which specific firm produced these interesting little weapons; however, similarities with other similar pieces from the time suggest they may have all been manufactured by the same firm.

Rating definitionFine, retains 40% plus of the blue and silver finishes, strongest in sheltered areas, with the balance having thinned to either a smooth grey patina or attractively aged brass. There are a few light nicks in the knife edge, some scattered light dings, and crisp markings. Mechanically it appears to function as intended. A very interesting personal protection piece!
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ManufacturerUnknown
ModelPercussion Pistol
TypePistol
Serial number
ClassAntique
Barrel2 1/8 inch slab sided
Finishblue/silver
Gripbrass
Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views3019
Catalog page125
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