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Rare Kornbrath Custom Engraved and Gold Inlaid Colt Thuer Model Deringer

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:4,000.00 USD Estimated At:8,000.00 - 10,000.00 USD
Rare Kornbrath Custom Engraved and Gold Inlaid Colt Thuer Model Deringer
Produced between 1875 and 1912, this deringer was embellished by Rudoph Kornbrath, master engraver, in the early 20th century. The frame is done in oak leaf and acorn designs with punch dot background, geometric designs on the front strap and floral patterns on the backstrap. Fixed sights, with the "-COLT-" marking on top of the barrel hand engraved and gold inlaid, and "41 CAL" on the left side of the frame inside a banner. Serial number is marked on the frame under the grip, with matching "555" on the underside of the barrel. Checkered hammer, smooth trigger and smooth two-piece walnut grips.
BBL: 2 1/2 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 41 RF
Finish: blue/silver
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: 20555


Very fine, with approximately 70% of the original high polished fire blue finish, showing areas of flaking and a mottled brown patina on the exposed steel. All of the gold remains, with a small amount of bubbling. 35% of the original silver remains on the frame, concentrated on the front strap and in the protected areas, with a fine aged brass patina on the remainder. Grips are very good, with a few minor handling marks and light varnish wear. Mechanically excellent.