(A) FINE CASED PAIR OF ENGRAVED, SILVER MOUNTED, AND GOLD BANDED HENRY DERINGER PERCUSSION POCKET PISTOLS

These pistol date to approximately c. 1855 and feature dual gold bands on the breech plugs, silver side plates, escutcheons, and trigger guards, scroll engraving, the classic "faux Damascus" finish on the barrel which have seven-groove rifling and dovetailed blade front sights, "DERINGER/PHILADELA" and "(P)" markings on the breech plugs, fixed notch rear sights on the tangs, "DERINGER / PHILADELA" on the back action locks, and varnished walnut stocks with checkered birdshead wrists. The pair is cased in wood with a leather covered powder flask, "75" marked ball mold, some balls and patches, and a key. CONDITION: Excellent. The barrels retains most of their original brown finish and even retains traces of original copper in the "Damascus" patterns which are otherwise faded to smooth gray. The locks and breeches are smooth gray. The gold bands are bright. The silver and German silver have attractive aged patina. The engraving and markings remain crisp. Mechanics are excellent.

Name

Value

Accessories

Case

Barrel Length

(BOTH) 1 - 3/8"

Caliber/Bore

(BOTH) 1 - 3/8"

Manufacturer

(BOTH) H. Deringer

Model

(BOTH) Derringer