(A) RARE CASED PAIR OF W. H. CALHOUN NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE AGENT MARKED HENRY DERINGER PERCUSSION DERRINGERS.

A cased matched pair of W.H. Calhoun Agent marked Henry Deringer percussion pocket pistols. Calhoun was one of the 17 recognized agents for Deringer and remains one of the rarest to encounter. It is believed that less than 150 specimens were ever produced for Calhoun of Nashville, Tennessee. Tapered octagonal barrel with Damascus patterns. Deringer's "P" proof on left side barrel flat with back action locks marked "DERINGER PHILADEL" surrounded by modest scroll and vine engraving on lock and hammer. Nickel silver engraved trigger guard stock tip and heel plate with matching silver wedge escutcheon plates. Housed in period partitioned case with powder flask, Eley cap tin, balls, mold, and loading/cleaning rod. This outstanding Southern agent retailer cased set is from the Color collection. CONDITION: Very fine as uncleaned with majority of Damascus scene. Mechanically fine. W.M. Calhoun markings on top barrel flat remain crisp. Case in very fine with solid partitions and light soiling to lining. Accessories are good with moderate patina.

Name

Value

Accessories

Case

Barrel Length

(BOTH) 1 - 5/8"

Caliber/Bore

(BOTH) .38 Rifled

FFL Status

Antique

Manufacturer

(BOTH) Deringer