Guns International #: 103112627
Seller's Inventory #: AK0428

Category - Antique Pepperbox - Antique Pistols - Percussion

Category
Antique Pepperbox
Antique Pistols - Percussion

Blunt & Syms Under-Hammer Percussion Pepperbox Pistol

Description:
This medium frame, double-action, six-shot, under-hammer, revolving percussion pepperbox was sold by the firm of Orison Blunt and John G. Syms in New York City in the 1830-1850 period. It is estimated that only a few thousand of these were produced in various configurations, with the majority lacking marks. The barrel cluster is of a ribbed/shallow fluted design. The frame and back strap feature floral and scroll engraving. It is fitted with an under-hammer with flash shield, ring trigger, and smooth walnut bag shaped grips. The top of the frame is marked "BLUNT & SYMS / NEW YORK". There are no other visible markings on the gun. It is believed to be .31 caliber.

The barrel cluster has a dark, silver-gray patina with scattered, flash pitting on the barrels and percussion nipples. The frame and trigger have a gray patina. The scroll and floral engraving and "BLUNT & SYMS" markings are worn but visible. This is a good example of a "BLUNT & SYMS" marked pepperbox. Mechanically fine.

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Manufacturer: Blunt & Syms
Model: Pepperbox

Price: $2,000.00