CASED PAIR SCHNEIDER MEMPHIS TENNESSEE DUELING PISTOLS WITH SILVER MOUNTS.

SN NSN. This beautiful and rare pair of dueling or target pistols in 42 Cal. is one of only two known pairs. Guns exhibit adjustable set single trigger and adjustable rear sights. These guns measure about 15″ overall with 9″ oct bbls and breeches marked “SCHNEIDER & CO/MEMPHIS TENN” on top flats. Guns are numbered “1” & “2” on breeches. Other than iron trigger guards this pair is silver trimmed including keyway escutcheons, nosecap, lock escutcheon, thumbplate shield and buttcap. This is a beautiful set of guns retaining traces of orig finish with good sharp edges throughout. These guns have elegant long lines and minimalist engraving typical of William Schneider. Doug Eberhart and Larry Wilson in their text The Deringer in America state that Schneider purchased guns and agent marked them in some instances along with guns of his own manufacture. Colonel William Orbelo whose collection is subject of The Code of Honor, Dueling in America was once asked what is the difference between a target pistol and a dueling pistol, he answered: “the target”. Many collectors state that dueling pistols must be of large bore and smooth bore however the last duel fought in America was documented to have been fought with rifled pistols smaller than these (by Hapholdt Charleston). Southern dueling pistols rarely come to market. PROVENANCE: Collection of John Montague. CONDITION: Guns appear orig, authentic and complete and are overall very good to fine condition. Bbls retain thin traces of brown finish overall with scattered areas of staining and pitting. Breeches and locks are overall gray/silver with areas of staining and pitting. Hammers retain muted case colors. Mountings fit stock well, stocks are sound and solid with a couple well executed crack repairs and stocks overall retain 70-80% of their orig varnish. Mechanically pistols function well with crisp, shiny rifled bores. Accompanying mahogany case appears 19th century however partitions are newer additions that display pistols with two scissor molds, large brass powder flask, two cap tins, three loading and cleaning tools, nipple wrench and functional key to case. 4-54391 JS199 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3370

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014

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.

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	3370	$0.00	CASED PAIR SCHNEIDER MEMPHIS TENNESSEE DUELING PISTOLS WITH SILVER MOUNTS. SN NSN. This beautiful and rare pair of dueling or target pistols in 42 Cal. is one of only two known pairs. Guns exhibit adjustable set single trigger and adjustable rear sights. These guns measure about 15″ overall with 9″ oct bbls and breeches marked “SCHNEIDER & CO/MEMPHIS TENN” on top flats. Guns are numbered “1” & “2” on breeches. Other than iron trigger guards this pair is silver trimmed including keyway escutcheons, nosecap, lock escutcheon, thumbplate shield and buttcap. This is a beautiful set of guns retaining traces of orig finish with good sharp edges throughout. These guns have elegant long lines and minimalist engraving typical of William Schneider. Doug Eberhart and Larry Wilson in their text The Deringer in America state that Schneider purchased guns and agent marked them in some instances along with guns of his own manufacture. Colonel William Orbelo whose collection is subject of The Code of Honor, Dueling in America was once asked what is the difference between a target pistol and a dueling pistol, he answered: “the target”. Many collectors state that dueling pistols must be of large bore and smooth bore however the last duel fought in America was documented to have been fought with rifled pistols smaller than these (by Hapholdt Charleston). Southern dueling pistols rarely come to market. PROVENANCE: Collection of John Montague. CONDITION: Guns appear orig, authentic and complete and are overall very good to fine condition. Bbls retain thin traces of brown finish overall with scattered areas of staining and pitting. Breeches and locks are overall gray/silver with areas of staining and pitting. Hammers retain muted case colors. Mountings fit stock well, stocks are sound and solid with a couple well executed crack repairs and stocks overall retain 70-80% of their orig varnish. Mechanically pistols function well with crisp, shiny rifled bores. Accompanying mahogany case appears 19th century however partitions are newer additions that display pistols with two scissor molds, large brass powder flask, two cap tins, three loading and cleaning tools, nipple wrench and functional key to case. 4-54391 JS199 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3370 Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014 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.

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CASED PAIR SCHNEIDER MEMPHIS TENNESSEE DUELING PISTOLS WITH SILVER MOUNTS.