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Lot 203:Chicago Firearms Co. Protector Palm Pistol

August 25th, 2023|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 203:Chicago Firearms Co. Protector Palm Pistol

August 25th, 2023|Rock Island, IL
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Exceptional Chicago Firearms Co. Protector Palm Pistol with Factory Picture Box

Manufactured in the 1890s, this example has a band of floral engraving on the barrel and additional engraving designs around the outside of the frame on the right side The left side plate is checkered around the outside. Both side plates are marked "CHICAGO FIRE ARMS CO./CHICAGO.ILL." in a circle at the centers. The left side plate twists off to reveal the magazine which is numbered "4108", which matches the inside of the frame and side plate. The pistol has checkered antique ivory side plate inserts and plunger pad, a rare feature on these unique pocket pistols. Includes an Ames Sword Co. factory box with "'PROTECTOR'/REVOLVER" and a picture of one of the pistols on the lid. Provenance: The George S. Lewis Jr. Collection

ConditionExceptionally fine, retains 90% plus of the original nickel finish with some scattered light spotting. The side panels and plunger pad are excellent with only the slightest handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically needs work, as the action is frozen. The box is fine with some moderate handling/storage wear.
Details
ManufacturerChicago F A Co
ModelProtector
TypePistol
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge32 XSRF
Barrel1 3/4 inch round
Finishnickel
Gripantique ivory

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1744
Catalog page176
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