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LOT 87
Highly Desirable E. Remington & Sons Thomas Patent Rimfire Cane Gun with “Dog’s Head” Handle and Unique Bead Sight - Serial no. 1131, 32 RF cal., 30 1/2 inch round bbl., gutta percha grips. The Remington Percussion Cane Gun was patented by John F. Thomas, Remington’s master mechanic, on 9 February 1858. These canes were one of the first civilian firearms produced by Remington, and they were the only major American manufacturer to produce one. It is estimated that between 1858 and 1866 only 500 of the percussion cane guns were manufactured, with many of them later being converted to .32 Rimfire. This example is one of approximately 2,000 originally manufactured in .32 RF. Along with that, this particular example has the “dog’s head” handle, which is fashioned out of black toned gutta percha. Though the “dog’s head” handle is not necessarily the scarcest handle variation seen on these canes, it is often cited as the most desirable. The shaft is sleeved in similar black gutta percha as the handle. There is a small German silver band where the handle meets the shaft. This example has been period fitted with a brass band near the muzzle and brass tip that interacts with the original threads. It has also been fitted with an iron band 2 inches back from the muzzle that has a bead front sight.
CONDITION: Very fine, the gutta percha retaining much of its original black color overall with only mild fading and some scattered light handling marks. The added brass
is bright and iron band shows moderate oxidation (see above). Mechanically fine. A very fine example of an E. Remington & Sons dog’s head cane gun with unique period additions for use!
Estimate: 6,500 - 9,500
Remington address/Elliot patent date marking: “E. REMINGTON & SONS, ILION, N.Y./ ELLIOT’S PATENT DEC. 12, 1865”. The unique engraving is featured on the barrel
and frame sides with a simple panel engraving on the backstrap. Both a unique and unusual geometric pattern is engraved on the barrels with differing patterns on the upper and lower barrels. The frame features a tight scroll engraving that complements the barrel engraving. The serial number is located on the lower barrel and frame. Fitted with smooth bird head pearl grips.
CONDITION: Excellent. The pistol retains 95% plus of the untouched original unpolished nickel finish. The engraving is crisp. The barrel lever and trigger have a brown patina. The attractive pearl grips are excellent and have beautiful iridescent colors with a few minor blemishes mostly on the right panel. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 7,500 - 11,000
LOT 89
Exceptional Cased Tipping & Lawden Sharps Patent Four-Shot Pepperbox Pistol - Serial no. 715, 30 RF cal., 3
inch fluted bbl., blue/silver finish, hard rubber grips. This is an outstanding example of a cased Sharps Patent Four-Shot Pepperbox pistol that was manufactured by the English gun maker Tipping & Lawden. This Model 2 pistol has a blue barrel group, silver frame, casehardened small parts, and gutta percha grips with relief floral designs. The left side of the frame is marked “TIPPING & LAWDEN/SHARPS PATENT” in a circle surrounding the hammer screw. The serial number is marked on the underside of the barrels at the muzzle, underside of the buttplate, on the bottom of each grip panel, and in the groove on the frame. Two small English proofs are marked in the
flute on each side of the barrel group. The pistol comes in
a English style case with a burl wood lid with inlaid brass
shield and blue velvet lined interior. The inside of the lid has
a J. Beattie label. It has an empty compartment with sliding
wood lid and compartments for the included oiler, screw
driver, and ejector rod.
CONDITION: Excellent. The pistol retains 95% plus of the
bright original blue finish and silver plating with some slight
spots of visible brass and faint scratches overall. The silver
is lightly aged/tarnished overall. The grips are very fine with
some minor handling wear. The action remains excellent,
and the markings are crisp. The case is very good with some
pressure marks on the exterior, slight separation at one
corner, and some minor stains and tears on the interior. The
accessories are very fine. This is an outstanding complete
set! Only 4,000 of these licensed pistols were manufactured
by Tipping & Lawden in the 1860s and 1870s. Few of these
pistols made their way to the States, and less than a handful
can be found in this exceptional condition.
LOT 88
Exceptional Engraved Remington Over/Under Derringer with Pearl Grips - Serial no. 8828, 41 RF cal., 3 inch round bbl., nickel finish, pearl grips. This is
a example of a Type I late production, a.k.a. Model 2 derringer manufactured circa 1868 with the manual extractor. The top of the barrel rib has the two line
100 Estimate: 5,500 - 8,500