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Lot 131:Engraved Henry Deringer Percussion Pocket Pistol

May 19th, 2023|Rock Island, IL

Lot 131:Engraved Henry Deringer Percussion Pocket Pistol

May 19th, 2023|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$2,500 - $4,000

Fine Engraved Henry Deringer Percussion Pocket Pistol with Desirable Gold Inlaid Barrel Bands

Manufactured c. 1848-1850 based on the design of the trigger guard finial. Blade front and notch rear sights, with a pair of gold inlaid bands bordering the breech and "DERINGER/PHILADELa" on top, and a "P" on the upper left. Flourishes of floral scroll engraving are present on the German silver and iron, including the lockplate which is also marked "DERINGER/PHILADEL". There is a blank German silver escutcheon on the wrist and a small cap compartment in the butt.

ConditionFine, retains 70% of the original brown finish with striped patterns and strong traces of the mostly muted original case colors in sheltered areas with the balance having thinned to a smooth grey patina. The trigger guard and wrist escutcheon retain most of the original silver plating. The stock is also fine with a minor chip absent near the upper tang, some light handling marks, and crisp checkering. Mechanically functions fine except is missing the safety notch in the hammer.

Details

ManufacturerDeringer Revolver And Pistol Co

ModelPercussion Pocket Pistol

TypePistol

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge40

Barrel2 1/2 inch flat top

Finishbrown/casehardened

Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page120