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T.J. STAFFORD ENGRAVED SINGLE SHOT DERRINGER.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:700.00 USD Estimated At:1,400.00 - 1,800.00 USD
T.J. STAFFORD ENGRAVED SINGLE SHOT DERRINGER.

Cal. 22 RF. S# 1351. Bbl. 3 1/2" oct. w/ rib having mfg. name & New Haven, CT address. Brass semi circular front sight. Spur trigger action w/ bbl. release at top, bbl. pivots downward for loading. Bbl. flats & side of action have generous coverage of vine type foliate scroll engraving. Silver finished bbl. w/ gold finished action. 2 Piece square butt white grips having acquired a mellow color w/ age & showing grain checks. Butt is marked w/ March 19, 1860 patent date. Estimated quantity of 2,100 mfg. in the early 1860's. CONDITION: bbl. retains 40% silver finish showing a dark tarnish & blending w/ areas of pitting. Frame retains 80% gold finish. Grips show light wear. Action is loose at hinge. Dark pitted bore w/ worn rifling. (01-20682/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,400-1,800.