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Rare Antique G. Leonard, Jr. Double Action Ring-Trigger Pepperbox Pistol

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:400.00 USD
Rare Antique G. Leonard, Jr. Double Action Ring-Trigger Pepperbox Pistol
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Rare Antique G. Leonard, Jr. Double Action Ring-Trigger Pepperbox Pistol, #75, .31 cal., 3.25 " ribbed 4-shot barrel group marked "G. Leonard, Jr. Charlestown/Patented 1849 Cast Steel", screws off for loading and capping; loosely floral-engraved frame has internal revolving striker, cocking ring trigger with curved firing trigger, integral "dog-leg" gripstraps, 2-pc. varnished walnut grips. Mfg'd ca. 1849-50 with full-blued finish, in just a few hundred guns. Condition is very good retaining no original blue with scattered light erosion, heavier at muzzle. Grips are sound showing very light marks and glossy original varnish. Markings are clear, action doesn't quite function, smoothbores are bright showing scattered frosting. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Antique)