November 3-4, 2017 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/3/2017
Smallest knife pistol known. Smoothbore pinfire barrel stamped "D.R.P." on top with hammer mounted behind it on back of spine. Multi-blade including a screwdriver, folding trigger, can opener and regular blade marked "C. HEIDELBERG / SOLINGEN" on ricasso. Stag grips. Very good condition. Hammer is functional but does not always stay in full cock position. Trigger extension is missing. Blades, tools and barrel all retain a grey spotted patina. Blade with a few nicks to edge and some marks from sharpening. Grip on one side has a glued repair. Example with good description pictured in "Blades and Barrels" and "Firearms Curiosa". This item is from the collection of, described by, and authenticated by Herbert G. Ratner, Jr.