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Lot #201

Lot 200: Factory Engraved Merwin Hulbert & Co. Revolver

Historic Inscribed Factory Panel Scene Engraved Merwin Hulbert & Co. Open Top Pocket Army Single Action Revolver with Extraordinary Relief Carved Mexican Eagle Grips

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 25, 2023

Lot 200: Factory Engraved Merwin Hulbert & Co. Revolver

Historic Inscribed Factory Panel Scene Engraved Merwin Hulbert & Co. Open Top Pocket Army Single Action Revolver with Extraordinary Relief Carved Mexican Eagle Grips

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 25, 2023

Estimated Price: $12,000 - $18,000
Price Realized:
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Historic Inscribed Factory Panel Scene Engraved Merwin Hulbert & Co. Open Top Pocket Army Single Action Revolver with Extraordinary Relief Carved Mexican Eagle Grips

Manufacturer: Merwin Hulbert & Co
Model: Pocket Army
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44 WCF
Barrel: 3 1/4 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: relief carved antique ivory
Stock:
Item Views: 2499
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 172
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured in the 1880s. Near full coverage factory floral engraving, complimented by the punchdot scroll and geometric patterns. The left side of the frame shows a scene of two ships sailing on the ocean. The flowers have enamel dots inlaid at their centers. The right grip panel is carved with a Mexican Eagle holding a snake. The top of the barrel is inscribed "C. Capetillo". The Capetillo family arrived in Mexico from Spain in the late 19th century, since then the family has maintained a long tradition as matadors. This revolver was more than likely owned by a member of this branch of the family, particularly with the wonderful carved Mexican Eagle grips. Matching assembly numbers on the cylinder, barrel, and under the left grip panel.

Rating Definition:

Exceptionally fine, retaining 85% plus original nickel finish, minor handling evidence, a few areas of light pitting on the barrel, and most of the enamel dots are missing. The grips are very fine with a few minor cracks and some shrinkage. Mechanically excellent. Overall a very attractive and historic inscribed factory panel scene engraved Merwin Hulbert & Co. revolver, with Mexican history!



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