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American Arms Co. O/U Derringer

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:500.00 USD
American Arms Co. O/U Derringer
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American Arms Co. Over/Under Double-Barrel Spurtrigger Derringer, #454, .32 RF cal., 2.625'' ''octagonal'' two-barrel group with two blade front sights, marked ''America Arms Co. Boston, Mass.'' on one top flat, and ''Pat. Oct. 31, 1865 - June 19, 1866'' on the other; brass frame has single hammer, bottom barrel release button, integral spurtrigger sheath and ''bird's head'' gripstraps, is marked ''454'' on butt; two-piece varnished walnut grips. Mfg'd ca.1866-78, originally with blued barrel and silver-plated frame. Condition is very good. Barrel group retains no original finish, but is gunmetal gray having overall light erosion; frame retains perhaps 70% tarnished silver. Grips are smooth with 50% original finish; sharp edges and clear markings. Action is tight and smooth; bores are bright with etching at muzzles and sharp rifling. These are scarce today, as only about 1,500 in this caliber and configuration were made 150 years ago. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Antique)