(C) U.S. SMALL ARMS COMPANY DEFENDER COMBINATION KNIFE PISTOL

Developed by L.L. Rogers of Boston circa 1916 and produced by the U.S. Small Arms Co. circa 1920s. German silver construction with a swiveling steel barrel. There are 2 folding blades measuring approximately 1 - 1/4" and 1 - 5/8". The larger blade has the rare early "DEFENDER" and "PATENT / APL'D FOR" markings. These early knife pistols marked as such are listed on the Curio and Relics list as exempt from the provisions of the National Firearms Act. CONDITION: Good. German silver cleaned bright with some handling marks, and a few deep, intentionally applied decorative grooves. Blade have been sharpened. Fine mechanics.

Name

Value

Barrel Length

7/8"

Caliber/Bore

.22 Short

FFL Status

Curio & Relic

Manufacturer

U.S. Small Arms Company

Model

Defender