September 5-7, 2023 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/5/2023
"Handy Gun" manufactured by Essex Gun Works in virtually the same configuration as Harrington & Richardson's Handy Guns. The receiver is marked "ESSEX / GUN WORKS" on the left side, with the caliber designation stamped across the top of the barrel at the breech. Frame exhibits a lustrous nickel-plated finish, while the barrel and trigger guard are blued. Checkered pistol grip and smooth forend are comprised of solid wood. Matching numbers are present on the frame, barrel, and forend. CONDITION: Very good, with the frame retaining the vast majority of its factory nickel-plated finish, exhibiting superficial marks from handling and storage, as well as some clouding from age. Barrel retains the majority of its factory finish, exhibiting mild surface-level oxidation overall. Mirror bore. Wood furniture exhibits a few marks and minor impressions from handling and storage, but is otherwise fine. THIS IS A NATIONAL FIREARMS ACT ITEM AND REQUIRES BATF APPROVAL PRIOR TO TRANSFER. THIS GUN IS FULLY TRANSFERABLE ON AN ATF FORM 3 OR 4 CLASSIFIED AS "ANY OTHER WEAPON".
Manufacturer
Essex Gun Works