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D. H. Gillespie percussion derringer, circa about 1850s-60s, in near mint original condition. The

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:2,000.00 USD
D. H. Gillespie percussion derringer, circa  about 1850s-60s, in near mint original  condition.  The
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D. H. Gillespie percussion derringer, circa about 1850s-60s, in near mint original condition. The derringer measures 6-1/2" overall, with 2-5/8" barrel of .41 cal., 6-groove rifled. The barrel shows most ofits original brown just thinning slightly at the edges; the lock, breech and tang show 90-95% case hardening. The stocks are near excellent with 95% varnish, some minor scratches, slight imperfections. Themarkings are sharp, the action is crisp, the trigger guard shows 75-85% case hardening. A sharp and crisp gem of a derringer which would be difficult to improve upon. Est.: $4,000-$8,000