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James Rodgers Percussion Knife Pistol

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:600.00 USD Estimated At:1,400.00 - 2,250.00 USD
James Rodgers Percussion Knife Pistol
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Estimate: $1400 - 2250
The German silver barrel has two British proofs stamped on the upper left flat. The 2 inch and 3 inch blades are marked "JAMES/RODGERS/SHEFFIELD" on the left ricasso. The knife and pistol are enclosed in a German silver case with smooth stag scales riveted to the sides. A folding lid compartment for caps is located in the back strap and provisions for tools are on the sides of the frame at the butt. These included tools are a bullet mold and tweezers.
BBL: 3 3/8 inch octagon
Stock:
Gauge: 31 percussion
Finish: German silver
Grips: horn
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Very good. Most of the German silver remains. The iron components have a mottled gray patina with some pin point pitting on the blades. The scales are also very good with a large surface chip missing near the butt and a few hairline stress cracks. Mechanically excellent.