RARE EARLY REMINGTON MODEL 1865 ROLLING BLOCK PISTOL, SN 3.

SN 3. This is a fine example of a standard Model 1865 Rolling Block pistol that conforms to other known specimens with 8-1/2″ rnd bbl, 50 cal rimfire. This early example has no frame markings but bbl is marked “REMINGTONS ILION.N.Y. PATd OCT.1 1861 NOV.15 1861”. SN 3 is found on bbl near frame and forestock has same number “3” penciled inside. This is a beautiful example retaining most of its orig finish which would be difficult to upgrade especially in a 1-digit SN. PROVENANCE: Collection of Charles A. Lamb. CONDITION: Bbl retains about 90% of its orig thinning blue finish; frame retains 80%+ case colors though some fading with areas of staining and pitting; hammer and breech are mostly smooth with staining and pitting and areas of shine; the spur trigger guard has areas of cleaning with a rotary tool; bore is mostly bright with strong crisp rifling; stocks retain most of their orig thin varnish, buttstock has numerous small dings and dents where the gun appears to have been used as a tack hammer. Mechanically gun functions well. 4-51843 JS127 (2,500-4,500) – Lot 2256

Auction: Firearms - Spring 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.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2256	$4,025.00	RARE EARLY REMINGTON MODEL 1865 ROLLING BLOCK PISTOL, SN 3. SN 3. This is a fine example of a standard Model 1865 Rolling Block pistol that conforms to other known specimens with 8-1/2″ rnd bbl, 50 cal rimfire. This early example has no frame markings but bbl is marked “REMINGTONS ILION.N.Y. PATd OCT.1 1861 NOV.15 1861”. SN 3 is found on bbl near frame and forestock has same number “3” penciled inside. This is a beautiful example retaining most of its orig finish which would be difficult to upgrade especially in a 1-digit SN. PROVENANCE: Collection of Charles A. Lamb. CONDITION: Bbl retains about 90% of its orig thinning blue finish; frame retains 80%+ case colors though some fading with areas of staining and pitting; hammer and breech are mostly smooth with staining and pitting and areas of shine; the spur trigger guard has areas of cleaning with a rotary tool; bore is mostly bright with strong crisp rifling; stocks retain most of their orig thin varnish, buttstock has numerous small dings and dents where the gun appears to have been used as a tack hammer. Mechanically gun functions well. 4-51843 JS127 (2,500-4,500) – Lot 2256 Auction: Firearms - Spring 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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RARE EARLY REMINGTON MODEL 1865 ROLLING BLOCK PISTOL, SN 3.