Lot #153
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Lot 154: N. Curry & Bro. of San Francisco Retailer Marked Derringer

N. Curry & Bro. of San Francisco Retailer Marked Philadelphia Percussion Derringer

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2017

Lot 154: N. Curry & Bro. of San Francisco Retailer Marked Derringer

N. Curry & Bro. of San Francisco Retailer Marked Philadelphia Percussion Derringer

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2017

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,250

N. Curry & Bro. of San Francisco Retailer Marked Philadelphia Percussion Derringer

Manufacturer: Philadelphia
Model: Derringer
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 44 percussion
Barrel: 2 1/8 inch flat top
Finish: brown/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2634
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 73
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured around the 1860s, likely by Slotter & Co. The barrel is marked "N. CURRY & BRO./SAN FRANCO CALA/AGENTS" (factory/retailer error/double stamped), and a "P" is on the German silver banded breech plug. The lock is marked "DERINGER/PHILADELA." Most of the components have "IV" assembly marks.

Rating Definition:

Good with dark gray and brown patina, light oxidation, some small nicks and scratches, and aged patina on the German silver. The stock is also good with mostly crisp checkering, extensively flaked varnish, and mild handling wear. Mechanically fine.



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