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Pair of American cased percussion dueling pistols belonging to General Thomas Hamer, who was a fam

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Pair of American cased percussion dueling pistols  belonging to General Thomas Hamer, who was a  fam
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Pair of American cased percussion dueling pistols belonging to General Thomas Hamer, who was a famous political figure and Mexican war hero who died during the battle of Monterey in 1846 while commanding the Ohio Volunteers. The pistols made by Henry Deringer of Philadelphia and are contained within their original to the period case. Refer: The Code of Honor: Dueling in America by Ellen N. Murry, which features the collection of Col. Orbelo, page 22 top illustration. The pair measure approx. 13-1/2” overall with 7-1/8” heavyweight octagon barrels of approx. .52 caliber smoothbore, half-stocked with engraved iron triggerguards, German silver trim, adjustable set trigger, stamped “Deringer, Phila” on locks and breech. The pistols are nicely checkered and the styling is typical Deringer as is the engraving with starbursts and his identifiable patterns. One pistol is marked with an “X” inside the triggerguard as to identify it to the owner. The barrels show light to moderate pitting and erosion. The breeches show traces of grey case hardening and some colors. There is some pitting at the breech and the pistols have seen use. The stocks are good quality walnut and show 60-70%