RARE PROTOTYPE JAMES WARNER PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

RARE PROTOTYPE JAMES WARNER PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN NSN. Cal. 32. Unusual revolver with 4-1/4″ oct to rnd bbl, pinched pin front sight with a tiny grooved rear sight mounted atop the dovetail of the top strap. Top strap is J-shaped, dovetailed into top flat of bbl and screwed to top of the brass frame. It has an unfluted 6-shot cylinder with nipples set at an angle. The frame & grip frame are of brass with an offset hammer and exposed trigger. Grips are 2-pc walnut with flared butt. Consignor advises that this model of revolver is illustrated on p. 180 of the Sellers & Smith book, title unknown. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Appears to be still in the “white”, never having been finished although it does have a nice polish. Brass retains a medium to dark patina. Left grip has a repair at top which is now cracked and overall the grips retain a restored finish. Mechanics are a little stiff but functional, strong bore with fine to heavy pitting. 4-31867 JR287 (1,500-2,500)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2008

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
	1345	$3,450.00	RARE PROTOTYPE JAMES WARNER PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN NSN. Cal. 32. Unusual revolver with 4-1/4″ oct to rnd bbl, pinched pin front sight with a tiny grooved rear sight mounted atop the dovetail of the top strap. Top strap is J-shaped, dovetailed into top flat of bbl and screwed to top of the brass frame. It has an unfluted 6-shot cylinder with nipples set at an angle. The frame & grip frame are of brass with an offset hammer and exposed trigger. Grips are 2-pc walnut with flared butt. Consignor advises that this model of revolver is illustrated on p. 180 of the Sellers & Smith book, title unknown. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Appears to be still in the “white”, never having been finished although it does have a nice polish. Brass retains a medium to dark patina. Left grip has a repair at top which is now cracked and overall the grips retain a restored finish. Mechanics are a little stiff but functional, strong bore with fine to heavy pitting. 4-31867 JR287 (1,500-2,500) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2008 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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