October 25, 2023 The Paul Friedrich Collection of Firearms & Gold Rush
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/25/2023
First Model Derringer manufactured by Colt between 1870-1890. The barrel retains a bright nickel finish and is stamped with Colt's 2-line address, followed by the model designation, which is flanked by Maltese crosses. Barrel screw is nitre blued, while the hammer and trigger are case color hardened. The iron frame is lightly engraved with foliate arabesque patterns on either side and on the top to the rear of the hammer, with a small burst design present ahead of the hammer. Grip exhibits 2 small checkered panels on the sides, with a single large panel at the rear. Matching numbers are present on the frame and barrel. CONDITION: Barrel is extremely fine, retaining bountiful amounts of its original nickel finish, showing mild superficial marks from storage and handling and a few scattered small spots of minor clouding. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well-defined lands and grooves throughout. Frame retains traces of its original silver-plated finish, with the iron frame exhibiting age-related discoloration.