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Allen & Wheelock .32 Sidehammer Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:450.00 - 900.00 USD
Allen & Wheelock .32 Sidehammer Revolver
Included in this lot is an Allen & Wheelock .32 caliber sidehammer revolver. Manufactured from 1859 to 1862 this is a First Model with the button head type cylinder pin secured by a screw entering the underside of the frame. The cylinder has the dog chasing rabbit scene. The left barrel flat has the two line address/patent date marking, it reads “Allen & Wheelock Worcester Mass – Allen’s Pat’s. Sept. 7. Nov. 9. 1858.” The revolver utilizes a 3” octagonal barrel with dovetailed front sight. The hammer is broken and normally incorporates the rear sight. The straight grain walnut grips are in good condition and show a matching serial number to the frame on the underside. Serial Number: 968. This firearm qualifies as an Antique, and does not require FFL Transfer or NICS Background Check.