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RARE CASED ENGRAVED REMINGTON ELLIOT DERRINGER. SN 22401. Cal. 32RF. Gold over silver finish in standard configuration with 3-3/8″ 4-bbl cluster and mounted with 2-pc smooth pearl grips. Pistol is lightly engraved in NY style consisting of foliate arabesque and geometric patterns with about 40% coverage. Finish is oxidized silver with light gold wash. Accompanied by an orig red velvet-lined rosewood casing with brass oval in lid engraved with a beautiful American eagle, shield, acanthus leaves and arrows. Bottom is compartmented for pistol and cartridge block for 20 cartridges. Although this model derringer is not exceedingly rare, engraved and precious metal finishes are very seldom encountered. Cased examples are very rare. PROVENANCE: Michael Leff Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine to very fine. Overall retains virtually all of its base silver plating with traces of orig gold overplating. Left grip has small chips on rear edge, otherwise grips are fine showing great fire. Mechanics are fine. Strong bores with moderate pitting. Case is sound with usual nicks and scratches and light interior soil. One partition has been re-attached. 4-49647 (6,000-12,000)
Auction: Firearms - Fall 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. |