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Antique HA ''XL Vest Pocket'' Derringer

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:125.00 USD
Antique HA ''XL Vest Pocket'' Derringer
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Antique Hopkins & Allen ''XL Vest Pocket'' Single Shot Spurtrigger Derringer, #1400, .22 RF cal., 2'' two-stage barrel without sights, marked ''XL Vest Pocket'' on top, swings to side for cartridge loading/extraction; frame with center-mounted hammer, integral spurtrigger sheath and ''bird's head'' gripstraps; two-piece varnished walnut grips. Mfg'd ca. 1870-90s, originally with full nickel-plated finish. Condition is very good. Metal retains traces of original nickel (but difficult to discern as colors match closely), all edges and markings are sharp. Grips are sound, smooth and fit well. Action is crisp; bore is clean with light etching and faint rifling. Scarce today, as only about 1,500 were mfg'd. Est.: $250-$400. (Antique)*