A US Colt No 3 Model Thuer Deringer Pistol, In 41 Calibre Rim Fire, Together With A Custom Made Leather Holster.
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Offered for Sale is a fine condition US 3rd Model, Colt Thuer, 41 calibre rim fire Deringer pistol, in fine condition, retaining a high % of original blue and silver finish. Complete with a later, superb condition, custom made, leather holster, attached by a fine leather lanyard, to a fine, small, screw fitted lanyard ring. C 1901
Period
C 1901
Dimensions
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Geographical area
North America
Description
Offered for Sale is a fine example of this popular US., Colt 3rd Model Thuer Deringer pistol. Made from 1870 -1912, with a total production of approx 48000.. With a 41 rimfire calibre, single shot 2-1/2 inch barrel, pivoting to the right for loading. The barrel retains a high % of original blue finish, now thinning to a pleasing plum/blue patina. Clearly stamped to the barrel top \"Colt\" in Italic script The rifled bore is in very good condition. The frame retains 98% of it\'s original silver plated finish, stamped 41 cal to the LHS. Also stamped clearly to the LHS Grip frame, is its serial number …41563, indicating a late manufacture in the very early 20th Century.
There are British import proof marks stamped to the lower aspect of the barrel. The original varnish walnut grips are stamped with a matching serial number.
The Action from a sheathed trigger is strong to 1/2 and full cock.
There is a tiny lanyard ring screw fixed to the lower aspect of the grip frame.
Attached by a fine leather lanyard, is a very high quality, custom, and later made leather holster, with flap, brass stud, and belt attachment. All stitching is sound.
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Dealer information
Millais Antiques
I have dealt in Antique Arms and Armour for about 35 years, and my interest began as a school boy during the 2nd WW.
After leaving my home town of Leicester, I went to University, and qualified as a Dental Surgeon at Guys Hospital in 1961 .
My main interests are British and North American Arms of the 18th, 19th,and early 20th Century, plus a few Continental items.
It was 14 years ago that I retired from Dentistry. However, I have continued running my Antiques business, initially while still in practice, and now make most of my sales online, but still exhibit at a number of specialized Antique Arms and Militaria Fairs eg .. Bisley, Bristol, and also at the IACF Fairs, at Ardingly, Sussex.
I also deal in Period Scientific Instruments, mainly of a military association, and have a full listing on www.fleaglass.com.
