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562
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$4,025.00
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CASED CLARE PEPPERBOX. NSN. .46 cal. 3-3/4” ribbed bbls. Marked “Thos D. Clare” on the left side of the frame and “IMPROVED / REVOLVING / PISTOL” on the right side. The bbl ribs have London proof marks and the bbls are numbered from 1 to 6. In an English mahogany case with green baize lining, which also contains an oil bottle, powder flask, tin of Eley percussion caps, and a tin of Starkey patches. There is also a turned ivory box, containing four spare nipples. A cleaning rod, a bullet mold, a spanner for replacing the nipples, a screwdriver and a key that operates the lock are also included in the case. CONDITION: Bright casehardening on the frame and butt cap slightly fading and mixing with light surface rust on the bbls, trigger guard, and hammer. Stock has very fine checkering and is in excellent condition. Case has minor scratches on the lid. Lining has some scuffs and staining but is generally solid. Accessories are fine. Mechanically fine. 4-53966 X82 (4,000-8,000)
Auction: Firearms - Spring 2005 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day. |