December 14-17, 2021 Collectible Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/14/2021
Lot consists of (A) C. Sharps First model Pepperbox four barrel hammer fired pistol chambered in .22 rimfire. Four 2-1/2" blued barrels with front sight post at front and rear sight notch cut into the brass frame. Stampings on either side consisting of " C. SHARPS PATENT 1859" around trigger screw being worn. Floral engraved hard rubber stocks. Serial on bottom of frame "56087" matches the barrel serial number. CONDITION: Very good overall condition with original finish on barrel turned light brown patina. Light freckling on barrel surfaces. Handling marks and scratches throughout. Good bores and good mechanics. (B) Colt Third model derringer single shot pistol chambered in .41 rimfire. Round swing out barrel with rounded front sight blade and brass rounded birds head frame. "-COLT-" stamped on top of barrel and "41 CAL" stamped on left side of frame. Smooth wooden birds head style stocks. CONDITION: Very good condition with most original finish on barrel turning a silver patina. Small dent on left side of breach. Right stock has a repaired crack. Light scratches and handling marks throughout. Good bore and mechanics. GFP
Barrel Length
(A) 2-1/2" (B) 2-1/2"
Caliber/Bore
(A) .22 caliber (B) .41 caliber
Manufacturer
(A) Sharps (B) Colt
Model
(A) Pepper Box (B) Derringer
Serial Number
(A) 56087 (B) 15324