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LOT 3133
Unique Documented Prototype William Chase Single
Shot Pistol in .22 Short Attributed as Presented to Allan P. Ford - Serial no. 2, 22 short cal., 8 inch part octagon bbl., nickel finish, smooth grips. Included documentation from the consignor
indicates that this pistol was manufactured by William Chase, the grandson of Anson Chase, who was a pivotal figure in the development of Colt revolvers. The documentation states that is one of only two examples made, one
being kept by Chase, and this example being gifted to Allen P. Ford (1867-1955). The documentation states that Ford bequeathed
the pistol to his grandson Curtis H. Barker III, who then passed it on to his heir, Rusty Barker, who sold the pistol to the consignor.
The pistol itself is marked “22 SHORT” on top of the barrel at the breech, and the rear sight is marked “2” and “CHASE”. The left side of the
barrel at the breech and hammer are also marked “2”, and there are various numbers and letters marked on screw heads and the frame, likely for ease of disassembly/assembly. It has blade front and adjustable notch rear sights,
and a pair of smooth grips.
CONDITION: Excellent, retains 95% plus of the original nickel finish with a
small patch of flaking on the rear sight and some scattered light handling
marks. The grips are also very fine with some light handling marks scattered
throughout. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 2,500 - 5,000
Interesting Lebeda Engineering LLC. Elgin Pocket Watch Percussion “Pistol” - NSN, 177 cal., 7/8 inch round bbl., nickel finish. Developed in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, by Lebeda Engineering LLC. The frame of the pistol is a hollowed-out Elgin pocket watch, with a cocking piece in lieu of the winding knob, a manually set niter blue trigger bar at 10 o’clock, a barrel extending out at the 6 o’clock position, and the hands permanently at 5 minutes to midnight. Elgin National Watch Co. was the largest manufacturer of pocket watches in the United States and were in operation from 1864 to 1968. The barrel has an integral nipple to accept a single charge for a cap gun and is manually loaded with a .177 inch BB. The combination of percussion cap and muzzle loaded ball makes this neither a firearm nor is it considered an “any other weapon”. Includes a Jack Daniel’s branded playing card tin, fitted for the watch pistol, and a plastic wrapped deck of playing cards. CONDITION: Fine as custom upgraded/manufactured, the case of the watch retaining most of the nickel finish with some light scratches and dings scattered throughout, and a small chip absent from the glass over the face. Mechanically appears to function correctly. Estimate: 4,000 - 6,000
LOT 3137
Exceptional Chicago Firearms Protector Palm Pistol with Attractive Pearl Panels - Serial no. 6142, 32 XSRF cal., 1 3/4 inch round bbl., nickel finish, hard rubber grips. This pistol is one of an estimated 12,800 manufactured
in the 1890s. It has mother of pearl side plates in place of the standard hard rubber, a
checkered hard rubber plunger
pad, matching serial numbers,
standard markings, a serrated
side plate, and smooth frame and light
floral engraving around the left panel and barrel. CONDITION: Excellent, retains 97% plus of the original nickel finish with a few scattered light dings and handling marks. The grip and pearl panels are excellent with only the slightest handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 2,250 - 3,500
LOT 3134
LOT 3136
Lebeda Engineering LLC Single Shot Percussion Ring Parlor and Saloon Pistol with Case - NSN, 4.5 mm cal., 1/2 inch slab sided bbl., nitre blue/ brass finish, brass grips. This interesting ring pistol was designed and manufactured by master gunsmith Francis C. Lebeda. It uses a percussion system and is capable of firing a 4.5mm round ball using paper caps. This ring pistol also features light engraving on the band and barrel. Includes a jewelry style case with Lebeda gunsmithing history plaque on the lid and two small glass bottles, one containing balls and the other spent caps. CONDITION: Near new, retains most of the original nitre blue with the brass showing an attractive mellow appearance and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent. The case is excellent with only the slightest handling/storage marks. Estimate: 2,000 - 4,000
LOT 3135
Cased Engraved Lebeda Engineering LLC Percussion Ring Parlor and Saloon Pistol with Garter Holster - NSN, 24 cal., nitre blue/brass finish, metal grips. This interesting ring pistol was designed and manufactured by master gunsmith Francis C. Lebeda. It uses a percussion system and is convertible from an over/under style derringer to a five shot revolver. The over/under barrels are capable of firing a .240 caliber round ball using a number 209 primer. This ring pistol also features light engraving on the left side, bottom, and top. Includes an unmarked jewelry style case and a garter holster. CONDITION: Near new, retains 99% plus of the nitre blue finish and the brass showing an attractive mellow patina with some scattered light handling marks and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent. The case and garter are excellent with minimal wear. Estimate: 2,000 - 4,000
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