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LOT 3074
Desirable E. Remington & Sons Thomas Patent Percussion Cane Gun with “Dog’s Head” Handle - Serial no. 216, 31
cal., 27 1/4 inch round bbl., black finish, gutta percha grips. Manufactured c. 1858-1866, 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 a cane gun. 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, making
original percussion examples quite scarce on the collectors market. This example remains in its original percussion configuration making it more desirable.
Along with that, this particular example has the “dog’s head” handle which, while not the most
rare, is often cited as the most desirable variation. The shaft is sleeved in black gutta percha
which has aged to an attractive chocolate brown in some areas. There is a small German silver
band where the handle meets the shaft and a professional
replacement iron ferrule at the muzzle marked with
the Thomas patent, Remington address, and “216”.
The same serial number is found on the shaft when
the ferrule is removed, just above the brass threads. It
measures 33 1/2 inches overall.
CONDITION: Good, the repaired gutta percha shows a mottled chocolate brown appearance overall, and the dog’s head is distinct. The German silver band is bright,
and the iron ferrule shows mostly grey patina. Mechanically functions.
Estimate: 4,500 - 7,500
LOT 3078
Scarce James Reid .32 Caliber My Friend Knuckle
Duster Revolver - Serial no. 14241, 32 RF cal., 1 5/8 inch
cylinder bbl., nickel finish, brass grips. This is one of an
estimated 2,900 brass frame models manufactured from
1870 to 1882, according to “Flayderman’s Guide”. The left side of the top strap
is marked “MY FRIEND” (slightly double stamped) along with the 1865 patent
date. The five-shot cylinder is plain while the brass frame features a scroll
engraving on the sides and engraved accents on the front and on the top strap.
The cylinder pin and cylinder are numbered to the gun.
CONDITION: Very fine, retains 85% plus of the untouched original nickel finish with a few scattered patches
of light flaking and wear, mostly showing attractively aged brass, and crisp engraving. Mechanically
functions intermittently when pointed downward.
Estimate: 2,250 - 3,500
LOT 3077
Chicago Firearms Co. Protector Palm Pistol - Serial no. 1445, 32 XSRF cal., 1 3/4 inch
round bbl., nickel finish, hard rubber grips. Manufactured in the 1890s,
this example has a band of floral engraving on the barrel and additional
engraving designs around the outside of the frame on the right side The
left side plate is checkered around the outside. The left side plate is marked “CHICAGO FIRE
ARMS CO./CHICAGO.ILL.” in a circle at the center, while the right has “THE PROTECTOR” and
the patent date. The matching serial number is on the inside of the frame, the turret cylinder, and
inside the left side plate. The pistol has checkered hard rubber side plate inserts.
CONDITION: Very fine, retains 90% plus of the original nickel finish with a few patches of light flaking, some areas of
frosting, and some scattered light spotting. The grips are fine with some light handling marks, a flat spot near the center
of the left panel, and otherwise mostly well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 1,800 - 2,500
LOT 3079
Exceptional E. Remington & Sons Type I Model
No. 2 Over/Under Derringer with Pearl Grips -
Serial no. 323, 41 RF cal., 3 inch solid rib bbl., nickel
finish, pearl grips. Manufactured c. 1870 to 1888, this is an early variation
of Remington’s classic over/under derringers, aka the “Double Derringer” or
“Model 95”, which are undoubtedly among the most iconic pocket pistols
of the American West. The design was patented by Dr. William H. Elliot. It is marked with
the two-line “E. REMINGTON & SONS, ILION, N.Y./ELLIOT’S PATENT DECEMBER 12TH
1865” marking on the rib and has an extractor fitted to the left side. This is a Type I late
production or Model No. 2 as Flayderman’s Guide references the model. The serial number
is “323” on the bottom of the lower barrel and on the left of the grip frame under the left grip panel. It is
fitted with a very attractive pair of smooth pearl grips.
CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, retains 95% plus of the original nickel plating and 90% plus of the original
nitre blue on the small parts, with some specks of light flaking on the right of the barrels, a few small
patches of faint pitting on the left of the grip frame, and a few scattered light handling marks. The grips
are very fine with a discreet repair on the upper rear edge of the right panel and otherwise only the
slightest handling marks. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 1,800 - 2,750
LOT 3076
Scarce and Desirable
Engraved W.W. Marston
Three-Barrel Pepperbox
Pistol with Sliding Integral “Bowie Knife” Blade
- Serial no. 583, 22 RF cal., 3 1/8 inch fluted bbl., blue/silver finish, walnut grips.
Manufactured c. 1858 to 1864, this is a scarce example of one of only 1,500 total of these
intriguing little pepperboxes produced by William W. Marston of New York. This particular
example is a scarce variation, fitted with a retractable 3 inch “Bowie knife” blade on the
left side of the barrel group, of which only approximately 800 are believed to have been made, according
to “FLayderman’s Guide”. This particular example exhibits delicate ribbons of vine-like floral engraving
on both sides of the frame. The four line Marston address and patent marking is on the left of the frame,
while the shot count indicator on the right. The matching serial number is on the left of the grip frame, left of the barrels
under the knife blade, bottom of the barrel latch, and faintly hand written in pencil inside the left grip panel. It is fitted
with a brass blade front sight and a notch rear sight on the barrel latch, as well as a pair of smooth walnut grips.
CONDITION: Very good plus, retaining 20% of the original blue finish on the barrels and knife in sheltered areas with
the balance a plum brown patina and attractively aged brass with distinct engraving and markings. The grips are very
good with a few minor dings and some notches in the bottom edge of the right panel. Apart from the shot indicator,
mechanically functions.
Estimate: 3,500 - 5,500
LOT 3075
Rare and Desirable F. C. Taylor Fur Getter Trap Gun with Ground Stake - Serial no. 1540, 22 LR cal., 6 inch round bbl., brass finish. Manufactured by F. C. Taylor during
the early 20th century, these were originally invented by Charles D. Lovelace of San Angelo, Texas, who was granted patent number 1,098,742 on June 2nd, 1914. In Lovelace’s
patent description it states, “My invention relates to that character of fire arms designed to be set in the haunts of wild animals to be fired by the animals for self destruction.”
An example is photographed and described on pages 120-121 of the book “Firearms Curiosa” by Lewis Winant. To load, the pin is unscrewed, allowing removal of the barrel for
loading from the rear. To cock, the striker is pulled backwards, and to fire, the hooked bait rod mounted below is pulled forward by an animal attempting to grab bait placed on
the end of the hook. Marked “TAYLOR FUR GETTER./F.C. TAYLOR FUR CO. ST. LOUIS. MO.” on the left side of the frame and “PAT’D JUNE 2 1914/OTHER PAT’S PENDING” on the right
side of the frame. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame and barrel. Includes an original ground stake for setting up the trap in soil.
CONDITION: Fine, with the lightly aged, one cleaned brass remaining mostly bright, a few scattered minor dings/scratches, and the iron showing a mix of dark grey and brown
patina with some scattered light oxidation. Mechanically needs work.
Estimate: 2,500 - 4,000
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