December 17, 2026 The Estate Of Whitefoord Cole II: Firearms & Militaria
The live portion of this session begins on Thursday, December 17, 2026.
Lot #1173:
(A) AMERICAN PORTABLE ALARM GUN
Per Flayderman, this small sized alarm gun is circa 1895 and may be an updated version of J.P. Wilson's percussion alarm gun. A very single design with checker decorated solid brass construction. The large hammer is cocked and placed against a window or door, so that if opened the hammer falls on a .22 blank waking its owner up and hopefully scaring off the burglar. CONDITION: Fine Brass has a pleasant clean, mellowing golden patina. Side panels show some moderate wear, although the edges remain crisp. Fine mechanics.