MOORE’S PATENT FIREARMS CO. DERINGER.

MOORE’S PATENT FIREARMS CO. DERINGER. SN 5. Cal. .41 short rim fire. 1ST Model 4TH variation, SN marked on top of bbl flat by dye stamping: “D. Moore Patented Feb. 19, 1861” running from muzzle to breech. This variation was numbered in its own serial number range to approximately 80 total pieces. All 1st model Moore derringers are brass framed, except one: SN 2659. PROVENANCE: L.D. Eberhart Collection. CONDITION: This very scarce 4th variation Moore is original in every respect. The brass frame retains 70% of its original silver plating. The bbl retains no original finish and on the right side has been hammered producing about 10 small indentations. No know reason for this . The Moore markings are very clear. There is no original finish on the hammer or the trigger, and is SN 5. 4-48253 DE125 (2,000-3,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2013

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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	2062	$0.00	MOORE’S PATENT FIREARMS CO. DERINGER. SN 5. Cal. .41 short rim fire. 1ST Model 4TH variation, SN marked on top of bbl flat by dye stamping: “D. Moore Patented Feb. 19, 1861” running from muzzle to breech. This variation was numbered in its own serial number range to approximately 80 total pieces. All 1st model Moore derringers are brass framed, except one: SN 2659. PROVENANCE: L.D. Eberhart Collection. CONDITION: This very scarce 4th variation Moore is original in every respect. The brass frame retains 70% of its original silver plating. The bbl retains no original finish and on the right side has been hammered producing about 10 small indentations. No know reason for this . The Moore markings are very clear. There is no original finish on the hammer or the trigger, and is SN 5. 4-48253 DE125 (2,000-3,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2013 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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