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Henry (N.Curry & Bros), Philadelphia Derringer Peanut Size, .41 caliber
Guns International #: 101470312 Seller's Inventory #: n/a
Category: Derringer Antique - Antique Pistols - Cartridge
Seller's Information
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Seller: rdmorgan
Member Since: 5/30/17
First Name: richard
Last Name: morgan
State: South Carolina
Zip: 29909
Country: United States
Phone: (571) 379-1301
Number of Active Listings: 0
Total Number of Listings: 2
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: bank check
Description:
Henry Derringer/Curry Single Shot Percussion Pistol. Marked “Derringer Phila.” on lock and breech and large “P” in sunburst on left side of bbl. Agent marked made for N. Curry & Brs. San Francisco Agent” on top of bbl. Agent markings are visible and clear. The brothers, Nathaniel and John took over their fathers business in 1863 and owned it until 1886.
6-1/4” inches overall, 2-1/8” inch barrel has 2 silver bands at breech, and a cap box in butt of grip, nice patina on lock and barrel, no signs of rust, corrosion or pitting, 90% overall condition.
Engraving on the barrel tang, the hammer lock and lid to cap box, with silver escutcheon on stock. Wood is in great condition and has a nice pleasing striped grain with some original varnish finish. German silver trim, escutcheon and furniture.
This gun was made in 1863-68. Rare in small size, with rare Agent markings, cap box, silver barrel bands, and striped wood.
Appraised by Guns International in 2017. No alterations, appears to be all original.
SOLD
Manufacturer: Henry (Curry & Bros)
Model: peanut
Caliber Info: ,41
Condition: 90% overall
Metal Condition: very good
Wood Condition: excellent
Bore Condition: very good
Barrel Type: 7 grove rifling
Action: percussion