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CASED BRITISH PROOFED COLT 3RD MODEL, 5TH

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:300.00 USD Estimated At:600.00 - 800.00 USD
CASED BRITISH PROOFED COLT 3RD MODEL, 5TH
VARIATION DERRINGER. Cal. 41. S# 1528. Standard configuration, 2.5" barrel, nickel plated, large slanted block letters "COLT", spur trigger, 2 piece varnished walnut birds head grips. Housed in old French fitted case which appears contemporary to manufacture in late Victorian era. CONDITION: very good overall, frame retains most of its original nickel finish and barrel retains about 70%. Small British proofs found on frame and barrel. Grips retain most of their original factory varnish. Casing is very good overall, red lining is heavily faded. PROVENANCE: Little John's Auction 1998, Exemplary Colt collection of Horst Kreiner. (23-5000/JS). CURIO. $600-800.