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Lot 34:Two British Percussion Pepperboxes

November 30th, 2012|Rock Island, IL

Lot 34:Two British Percussion Pepperboxes

November 30th, 2012|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,200 - $1,800

A) Attractive Engraved John Blissett London Pepperbox

Intricate scroll engraved frame, hammer, and trigger guard with the maker's London address on the side plate and barrel cluster. British proofs on each barrel cluster flute. Hammer safety, blank silver initial oval on checkered grip and engraved cap compartment.

ConditionGood. Barrels retain 30% original blue thinning finish, the balance is now a mottled brown/dark patina. Some mild pitting is present. The frame retains 20% original blue finish the balance is now mottled brown. The engraving remains sharp crisp and clear.The grip is very fine with some scattered blemishes in the overall crisp checkering. Action is sound.

Details

ManufacturerJohn Blissett

ModelPepperbox

TypePistol

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge44 percussion

Barrel4 inch fluted

Finishblue

Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page12

B) Engraved B. Woodward & Son Silver Frame Pepperbox

Engraved silver frame with the maker's marking on the side plate. Simple, yet well executed engraving on the recoil shield, hammer, frame and backstraps. British proofs on each barrel cluster flute.

ConditionGood. The barrel cluster, hammer and trigger guard have a mottled gray patina. The silver is fine with clear engraving. The grips are very fine with some minor handling marks and most of the varnish remains. Action frozen.

Details

ManufacturerEnglish