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Wilkinson & Son Pepperbox Revolver, Low Serial Number
Guns International #: 102709462 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Antique Pepperbox - Antique Revolvers - Percussion
Seller's Information
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Seller: Bighorn_Firearms_Denver
Member Since: 5/31/23
First Name: Ryan
Last Name: Resch
State: Colorado
Zip: 80222
Country: United States
Phone: (303) 758-9423
Number of Active Listings: 0
Total Number of Listings: 5
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Personal Check, Certified Check
About Us: Bighorn Firearms is one of Colorado's premier firearms dealers. We're privately owned and have grown from the down home "mom n' pop" to one of the most respected gun shops in the Denver area. Bighorn Firearms retains that casual atmosphere and continues to provide the best of the best in a great customer experience in conjunction with a great variety of inventory and accessories. We have tenured and knowledgeable staff in not only modern firearms, but also antique, vintage, mil-surp, and collectable firearms as well. Going on our twelfth year in business, we plan on sticking around a while. Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Description:
The famous London based Wilkinson Sword Company can trace its roots to renowned London gunmaker Henry Nock who had established himself in that business in 1772. James Wilkinson was Nock’s son-in-law, and was the manager of Nock’s business, which became Nock & Wilkinson in 1785. Wilkinson continued to run the business as James Wilkinson, after Nock’s death in 1804. In 1818 James’ son John would join the business, creating Wilkinson & Son. The only other external markings are the serial number 65 engraved on the upper rear of the top strap behind the bar hammer, an assembly number inside the trigger guard bow, a pair of Birmingham commercial proof marks in two of the barrel flutes and numbering of the barrels, behind the nipples of each chambers. The six barrels are numbered 0 to 5, rather than “1” to “6”. The assembly mark in the trigger guard is 3, and this same number is stamped inside each of the bag shaped walnut grips. Further disassembly of the pistol would no doubt reveal this assembly number in other concealed places. the pistol is in about FINE overall condition. The gun is a six-shot pepperbox with 3” fluted barrels and measures about 7” in overall length. The bores of the revolver measure about .27” caliber. The frame of the revolver is crisply engraved with tight foliate scrolls on the sides, with the right side being fully engraved. The left side plate shows the engraved flourishes above and below the retailer’s mark, which is surrounded by a detailed engraved boarder. The beveled angles of the bar hammer are engraved with a matching boarder line pattern and the center of the hammer spine is engraved with decorative geometric patterns as well. The backstrap and trigger guard are engraved with matching flowing foliate motifs. The screw that secures the barrel cluster to the frame at the muzzle and the grip escutcheon screw are both engraved with a floral petal pattern. The bores of the gun remain in about Great condition. The two-piece, bag shaped walnut grips are in Great condition as well. The grips retain the majority of their original varnish, with some light to moderate wear and loss from carrying and use. The grips are solid and complete without any breaks, cracks or repairs. The grips do show a variety of scattered minor bumps and dings, but nothing substantial or serious. Overall this is a really nice example of an 1840s era Wilkinson Retailer Marked Pepperbox. The gun is correct and original and remains crisp and sharp throughout. Whether your interest is in Wilkinson arms, mid-19th century English arms,or pepperboxes, this is a scarce gun in very nice condition that you will enjoy adding to your collection!
SOLD
Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: Wilkinson &Son
Model: Pepperbox
Serial Number: 65
Barrel Length: 3
Bore: Very Good
Chambers: Very Good
Condition: Very Good
Metal Condition: Very Good
Wood Condition: Very Good
Bore Condition: Very Good
Barrels: Very Good
Action: Very Good
Stock: Very Good