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LOT 1115
English Cased Pair of Engraved Colt Third Model Derringers -A) Engraved Colt Third Model Derringer - Serial no. 7713, 41 RF cal., 2 1/2 inch round
bbl., blue/nickel finish, walnut grips. This pair of Colt Derringers have English proofmarks on the bottom of the barrels and come in a hardwood case
with English fitted interior and Colt’s Pall Mall retail label. This model was manufactured from 1870 to 1912. This pair is the standard model style but
has the high hammer from the early variations. They have matching English style engraving, but their serial numbers are fairly far apart suggesting the engraving was done later. The grips are numbered to the guns. The top of the case lid has deeply carved intertwined “JAJ/ HM80 Regt.” markings with painted highlighting. Another lighter “808 Regt” marking is below the case plaque without highlighting, and there are some smaller, lightly carved letters up top. The 80th Regiment of Foot was active in Southeast Asia and South Africa in
the late 19th century. They fought in the Perak War and Anglo-Zulu War before
becoming the South Staffordshire Volunteer Regiment on July 1, 1881, after returning to the British Isles.
CONDITION: Very Good. An even grey patina remains on the barrel. There is also light pitting. The frame has an even aged patina and crisp engraving.
The grips are also very good with mild edge and handling wear. The action is mechanically fine, and the markings are crisp. B) Engraved Colt Third Model Derringer - Serial no. 12110, 41 RF cal., 2 1/2 inch round bbl., blue/nickel finish, walnut grips. See A.
CONDITION: Very good. The barrel has 20% original blue with the balance
an even gray patina and some minor spotting, and the brass has a smooth attractively aged patina. The grips are also very good with a few dings and minor handling marks. The action is mechanically fine, but the mainspring is stiff. The engraving and markings are crisp. The case is very good with period added carving on the lid (see above) and has mild storage wear.
Estimate: 2,500 - 4,000
LOT 1113
London Proofed Colt Etched Panel New Line .32 Spur Trigger Revolver - Serial no. 12555, 32 CF cal., 2 1/4 inch round bbl., blue/casehardened finish, hardwood grips. Manufactured in 1876. The top of the barrel has the two-line address, the left side has the etched panel marked “COLT NEW 32”, and the bottom has the patent date, British proofs, and serial number. The cylinder is marked with British proofs. It has standard features as well as a pair of smooth grips.
CONDITION: Very fine, retains 85% of the original blue finish on the barrel and crisp etched panel, 20% original blue on the cylinder, and 75% plus of the original case colors on the frame with the
balance having thinned to mostly a smooth grey patina and a few patches
of very light surface pitting. The grips are very fine with some scattered
light handling marks. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 1,400 - 2,250
LOT 1114
Desirable London Proofed Silver Plated Colt Third Model “Thuer” Derringer - Serial no. 38231, 41 RF cal., 2 1/2 inch round bbl., blue/silver
finish, hardwood grips. These derringers were introduced in 1870 and
totaled around 48,000 produced. The top of the barrel has a rounded blade front sight and “COLT” in large italic letters and the bottom of the barrel has
small British proofs. The caliber marking is on the left of the frame. Includes a copy of “Yellow-Plush Papers” by Thackeray that has been custom modified into a hidden book case for the derringer. CONDITION: Very fine, retains 95% plus of the bright original blue finish and 80% of the silver finish with the balance primarily a smooth grey patina or attractively aged brass. The grips are excellent with a few scattered light handling marks
and retaining almost all of the varnish. Mechanically excellent. The custom book/case is fine with mild wear. Estimate: 1,800 - 2,750