2233

$2,300.00

NATIONAL FIREARMS CO. BROOKLYN, N.Y. 1ST MODEL DERINGER.

SN 5034. Cal.41 Short RF. 2-1/2″ blue bbl. The brass frame was engraved over breech in banner for presentation, which was never filled out. Standard engraving and the very rare blue bbl and silver plated frame finish. National Firearms made approximately 5,000 guns between 1865 and 1870 when purchased by Colt and continued manufacture with their name. Most guns in this series are iron frame and brass frames such as this are quite scarce, especially in high condition. PROVENANCE: L.D. Eberhart Collection. CONDITION: Blue bbl retains 80% of blue and silver frame retains 80%+ of orig silver plate. Hammer retains 50% case color. Mechanics are crisp, bore exhibits crisp rifling with pitting. 4-50381 DE22 (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2233

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Auction: Firearms - Spring 2014

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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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