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1134
$1,610.00

REMINGTON NO. 1 SMOOT SPUR TRIGGER REVOLVER.

SN 1803. Cal. 30 RF. Scarce blue finish with 2-13/16″ ribbed oct bbl that has integral ejector housing, nickel silver half moon front sight and usual Remington’s patent markings on top. Frame has fixed recoil shield. Left side of frame on the trigger spur has a casting flaw. Mounted with its orig Remington faux ivory, 2-pc birdhead grips. There were about 2,300 of these little revolvers produced in the period 1875-1877. They were extremely popular with citizens of all walks of life for concealment and backup. PROVENANCE: The Elliott Burka Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very fine. Overall retains 88-90% glossy orig blue with the losses from flaking, not wear, with the loss areas a medium patina. Left grip has a crack near the top with an identical crack on the right side and several age lines at both sides. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore with a couple of spots of pitting. 4-56532 JR326 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 1134


Auction: Firearms - March 2015
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