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20DB-8 APACHE PINFIRE

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:375.00 USD Estimated At:1,250.00 - 2,500.00 USD
20DB-8 APACHE PINFIRE
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French "Apache" style engraved pinfire revolver with original ivory grips in authentic pipe case. Tiny letter stamps on the front of the frame "Depre PT". In 7.65 pinfire caliber with six shot pepperbox style cylinder barrel group and 5" overall. Beautiful original to the 19th century aged ivory grips that fit impeccably. Quality throughout and retaining 15%-30% blue in flutes of cylinder and balance gone to softgray patina. Works well and crisp. Unusual "wing nut" unscrews to remove cylinder. The lid has lost most of its satin/silk lining in the lid but the velveteen bottom where the pistol sets in is very good. The exterior isleather covered and very good plus with minor scuffs and losses. (Antique) Est.: $1250-$2500