2022 Summer Fine Art & Antiques (Day 1)
Sat, Jul 9, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 673
Pair of Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Pistols, .34 cal.
Estimate: $800 - $900
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Pair of Allen and Thurber Pepperbox Percussion Pistols, .34 caliber, serial number 363 and 436, visible to cylinders. Left side of hammers stamped "ALLENS PATENT", barrels stamped "Allen & Thurber", "Patented 1845", serial number 363 barrels stamped "Worcester". Five round cluster fluted barrels, walnut bag shaped grips, iron mounted with scrolling foliate engraved frame and backstrap, serial number 436 with a nickel finish. Barrel length: 2 1/2". Overall length: 6". Mid 19th century.
Overall good condition with light scattered pepper pitting. Stocks with surface dings, serial number 436 with 1/8" x 3/8" loss to top of left grip. Serial number 363 with buggered screw, left side of frame. Actions are responsive. Bores are dirty.
Condition
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