October 31, November 1st, & 2nd 2014 Hardesty Western Collection.
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/1/2014
Made by the Chicago Firearms Co as the Protector Palm Pistol during the 1890’s in a quantity of about 12,880 guns. Chambered in 32 extra short rim fire. Nickel finish with hard rubber grip plates. Gun is in fine condition retaining at least 50% original nickel with the balance turning plum. Nice clean strong bore. Grips show wear but are not cracked or broken. As usual with these, it does not index.