May 13-15, 2025 Firearms and Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/13/2025
Lot consists of (A) Moore No. 1 made in Brooklyn from 1860-1865. National took over production of this derringer in 1865 and produced them until selling out to Colt in 1870 where as Colt continued production of this weapon for twenty more years ending production in 1890. For the most part, this was the same pistol as first sold by Moore's in 1860. This incredible pair features full silver plating, all metal construction, and fire blue screws. Both of these pistols have the arrows on both sides of barrel. Both have the thumb print on handles, exhibit American Bank Note style engraving, and have their respective company legend on top of barrel. Both feature engraved screws, exposed hammers, spur triggers. This set comes in a period French fitted case with cartridge blocks for both. Case is leather covered. CONDITION: Excellent. Both show in about near new condition with almost all of their silver plating and generous fire blue showing some minor handling marks. Both bores are sharp with a bit of abrasion on the National. Case has a loose apron and some leather loss and flaking.
Item Dimensions: 8 - 1/2" x 6 - 1/2" x 3"
Barrel Length
(BOTH) 2 - 1/2"
Caliber/Bore
(BOTH) .41 RF
Manufacturer
(A) Moore (B) National Arms Co.
Model
(BOTH) No 1 Derringer
Serial Number
(A) 1332 (B) 4947