NEW YORK TARGET PISTOL WITH INSCRIPTIONS.

Revised: 2/20/2007

NEW YORK TARGET PISTOL WITH INSCRIPTIONS. Cal. 44. NSN. 9” oct bbl. Marked “J.G.SYMS” on top of bbl and engraved “Maj. / PWP” on a German silver inset on rear of grip. Triggerguard is engraved in script “Capd at the Battle of Antietam”. “J.Mullin” on engraved lockplate. Syms and Mullin were both New York City gun makers from 1830-1850. PWP is identified by the consignor as Philip W. Plummer of the 6th Wisconsin Infantry, the “Iron Brigade” who fought at this battle. He was killed at The Wilderness. Saw-handled target pistol is equipped with a sgl set trigger which is not functioning; otherwise lock is good. CONDITION: Gray patina with scattered light surface rust and pitting. Stock is cracked through lock with replaced wood below lock. Checkering is worn smooth in spots. 4-30065 FS58 (2,500-3,500)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2007

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
	83	$3,105.00	Revised: 2/20/2007 NEW YORK TARGET PISTOL WITH INSCRIPTIONS. Cal. 44. NSN. 9” oct bbl. Marked “J.G.SYMS” on top of bbl and engraved “Maj. / PWP” on a German silver inset on rear of grip. Triggerguard is engraved in script “Capd at the Battle of Antietam”. “J.Mullin” on engraved lockplate. Syms and Mullin were both New York City gun makers from 1830-1850. PWP is identified by the consignor as Philip W. Plummer of the 6th Wisconsin Infantry, the “Iron Brigade” who fought at this battle. He was killed at The Wilderness. Saw-handled target pistol is equipped with a sgl set trigger which is not functioning; otherwise lock is good. CONDITION: Gray patina with scattered light surface rust and pitting. Stock is cracked through lock with replaced wood below lock. Checkering is worn smooth in spots. 4-30065 FS58 (2,500-3,500) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2007 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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