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Antique French Double Action Percussion Pepperbox Revolver, by Devisme of Paris

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:250.00 USD
Antique French Double Action Percussion Pepperbox Revolver, by Devisme of Paris
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Antique English Double-Action Bar Hammer Percussion Pepperbox, #129, 7mm cal., 2.5” fluted 6-shot barrel group has Birmingham proof marks over each chamber; floral-engraved frame marked “Devisme/a Paris” (likely the retailer) in gold at left and “129” in oval backstrap panel, has tubular nipple shield, separate loop trigger guard with half-moon trigger, integral bag-style gripstraps, 2-pc. varnished walnut grips.  Mfg’d ca. 1850s.  Condition is very good retaining no original blue but overall smooth gunmetal gray with scattered discoloration and light wear to delicate engraving but sharp edges and lettering; grips are sound showing much original varnish.  Action works intermittently, smoothbores show light frosting and 1 or 2 spots of beginning erosion.  Has a 9-digit number electro-penciled on lower backstrap.  Est.:  $500-$750. (Antique)