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Lovely Cased Tipping & Lawden Model 2B Pepperbox

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Lovely Cased Tipping & Lawden Model 2B Pepperbox
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serial #1931, 30 RF, 3'' four-barrel cluster with bright very fine bores showing a little mild frosting and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrels retain about 97% original rich bright blue showing a little mild edge wear and a moderate but very small ding along the top edge of the top right barrel muzzle. The frame retains about 99% original silver finish that has taken on a lovely medium tarnish showing a few scattered light handling marks with strong maker and patent dates along the left side. The hammer shows nice smoky case-hardening while the remaining small parts retain a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue drifting somewhat to silvery pewter along the latch. The black gutta-percha grips with floral motifs remain in near excellent condition, the only apology being a small repaired flake along the base of the left panel. The barrels lock up well and the action seems to function well mechanically with properly rotating nose. The original case remains in very fine condition showing a few old repairs along the corners and forward edge of the lid, the base with a thin crack along one corner as well. The lid veneer shows fine grain figure throughout and the shield-shaped monogram plate remains un-engraved. The interior is lined in blue baize rating near excellent, the inside of the lid with a small information card taped to the lining. The case features a compartment with sliding lid and contains some fine period accessories: small ebony-handled turn screw, ebony-handled jag, and a nice silver-plated oil bottle. An excellent British Sharps patent pepperbox ensemble. (13B11134-22) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)