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Lot 79:Early Colt Third Model Derringer

May 14th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Lot 79:Early Colt Third Model Derringer

May 14th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$800 - $1,400

Early Colt Third Model Derringer

Manufactured c. 1870s. Features one-line "Colt" on the barrel, blade front sight, high spur hammer, bulbous frame around the front screw, and matching serial number on grip frame and inside each grip panel. Provenance: The John Fox Collection

ConditionGood, retaining traces original blue finish in more protected places and traces of the original age darkened silver finish on the frame with a small hairline crack coming off the trigger cutout. Grips are fine with some high edge wear, and some dings and scratches. The mainspring is broken.

Details

ManufacturerColt

Model#3 Derringer

TypePistol

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge41 RF

Barrel2 1/2 inch round

Finishblue/silver

Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL