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Very Fine Engraved & Cased Tipping & Lawden Model 2B Pepperbox

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Very Fine Engraved & Cased Tipping & Lawden Model 2B Pepperbox
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serial #1389, 30 RF, 3'' four-barrel cluster with good bores showing light oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The barrels of this lovely pistol retain about 92% original bright blue showing some scattered light flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light and a little mild freckling. The frame retains a similar amount of original silver finish that has taken on a very attractive medium tarnish showing mild high edge wear to rich ocher brass. The hammer retains fine case-hardened colors while the remaining small parts show good brilliant fire blue that is thinning somewhat to silvery pewter patina. The arm shows extensive factory embellishments of fine tight foliate scrollwork with fine line background shading, foliate bordering and wheat chaff down the backstrap. The sides of the barrels show the distinctive punch-dot oval and the left side of the frame shows strong maker and patent markings. The black gutta-percha grips with foliate motifs remain in very fine condition showing a small ding at the bottom edge of the left panel and some subtle edge wear. The barrels lock up well and the action seems to function well mechanically with properly rotating nose. The original case remains in about very fine condition exhibiting some loosening of the joints along the corners and thin drying cracks along the lid. There is an un-engraved shield-shaped monogram plate atop the lid and the lid also has a wonderful burl veneer. The interior is lined in blue baize showing mild wear, the lid with a nice condition Watson & Son retailer label. There are two covered compartments, one containing a key, and an original horn-handled cleaning jag is present. A wonderful example for the antique arms collector. (13B11134-3) [ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)