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20BP-2 ALLEN PEPPERBOX

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:225.00 USD Estimated At:750.00 - 1,500.00 USD
20BP-2 ALLEN PEPPERBOX
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Unusual Manhattan six shot Pepperbox pistol with period bayonet, .28 caliber, Serial #NSNV. The pistol is in very good overall condition with 4” barrels marked, “CAST STEEL”. The pistol has gone to brown patinawith light surface erosion and some pin prick pitting, light engraving on the frame and the hammer is marked, “MANHATTAN F.A. MFG. CO. / NEW YORK”. The period, screw in bayonet is extremely unusual and appears hand crafted. The blade is not sharpened and measures 4 1/8” in total length. The smooth wood grips are in good condition with a small indentation on the right panel. The pistol was manufactured beginning in 1856 with total production numbers estimated from 2,500-3,000. This is an extremely rare example with period bayonet. Est.: $750-$1,500. (Antique).