June 9-10, 2017 Premier Firearms
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/9/2017
Comprising: A) Serial No. 1781 pocket revolver with octagonal barrel and top flat stamped with Manhattan Arms markings. Five shot percussion cylinder engraved with Naval cylinder scene. Silver plated brass trigger guard and backstrap. Varnished walnut grips. Very good condition; retains a light grey patina overall. Functions well. Trigger guard and backstrap retain generous traces of silver plating, otherwise a mellow patina. Grips with some edge wear and a few scattered marks. B) Serial No. 186 Manhattan pepperbox pistol with triangular three-shot barrel cluster. Double action percussion mechanism. Hammer marked "MANHATTAN F.A. MFG CO. / NEW YORK". Action engraved on both sides with scrolls. Two-piece wooden grips. Fair condition; action sticks and barrels do not turn. All steel surfaces have been heavily cleaned. Missing trigger guard.
Barrel Length
(A) 4", (B) 2 - 3/4"
Caliber/Bore
(A) .36 (B) .30
Manufacturer
Manhattan Firearms
Serial Number
(A) 1781, (B) 186