GUN FALL 2017
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/31/2017
RARE PAIR OF CASED ALLEN AND THURBER UNDER HAMMER "POCKET RIFLES". ALLEN POCKET RIFLE 71/71 32 Cal. 32. This is the only pair of matching 7″ bbl, "E. ALLEN / GRAFTON / MASS", "POCKET RIFLE / CAST STEEL WARRANTED" engraved under hammer pistols we are aware. Matching number "71", these guns made circa 1840 with saw handle type bag grip, with German silver escutcheons. This pair is in beautiful condition with a custom made hinged contemporary case, chiseled from solid piece of wood, fitted with nipple wrench, ball mold, brass powder flask, power measure, vent pick, 2 packs of caps, orig balls, and cleaning tool. CONDITION: Guns are matching in very good to fine condition with smooth gray metal overall. Well fit stocks, hand worn patina. Matching assembly or SN are found on frames, bbls and triggers externally. Markings are crisp, mechanically fine with crisp rifled bores. Casing is very good overall with scattered scratches and scuffs expected after 150 years. Fitted accoutrements also very good, along with functional key. 52305-1 JS (3,000-5,000) CASED PAIR W/ ACCESS