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2106
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$8,625.00
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EXCEPTIONAL COLT NO. 3 DERRINGER WITH IVORY GRIPS.SN 36537. Cal. 41 RF Short. Blue and silver finish with 2-1/2″ rnd bbl, German silver half-moon front sight & large “COLT” on top. Left side of frame is marked “41 CAL”. Mounted with 2-pc, smooth ivory grips. This was the highest production of the 3 models of the Colt Derringer, however, very few are found with high orig finish. They were extremely popular with gamblers, gentlemen and ladies for their ease of concealment and reasonably powerful short range cartridge. Special Note: This item contains or is made of ivory. Do not bid on this lot unless you have read and agreed to our "Ivory Position Statement" and the "Waiver of Legal and Financial Risk to James D. Julia in regards to your Purchase of an Ivory Object." This information is located in the front section of our catalog. CONDITION: Very fine-extra fine. Bbl retains about 97% glossy orig blue with some minor flaking on each side. Frame retains virtually all of its orig silver finish that is lightly oxidized. Screws retain most of their bright fire blue and the hammer bright case colors. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” grips have a couple of age lines, otherwise are fine with a mellow ivory patina. Mechanics are fine. Bright shiny bore with scattered pitting. 50140-11 IVORY (7,500-12,500) – Lot 2106
Auction: Firearms - March 2016 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. |