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Custom Engraved Colt Third Model 41 Caliber Derringer with Ivory Grips

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:500.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,500.00 USD
Custom Engraved Colt Third Model 41 Caliber Derringer with Ivory Grips
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Introduced in 1875, this example of a Colt Third Model Derringer features a 20th century applied custom scroll engraving on a punch dot background. The scroll engraving is extensive on the barrel sides and frame sides with a wedge of engraving behind the hammer. The top of the barrel is marked "-COLT-" in large italicized letters and "41 CAL" is marked on the left side of the frame. Nickel plated barrel and gold washed frame with ivory grips which are numbered to the gun. Comes with a partitioned wooden case lined with green felt and a blank initial plate on the inside of the lid. An oiler is also included.
BBL: 2 1/2 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 41 RF
Finish: nickel/gold
Grips: ivory
Serial Number: 80
Condition: Good as custom embellished. The barrel retains 40% of the nickel plating and the frame retains 60% of the gold wash with the overall balance a smooth gray patina. The grips are very fine as they are slightly undersized at the frame and a hairline age crack on the right panel. The ivory has a very attractive color and grain pattern. Mechanically fine. The case is fine.