A 19th Century US Remington 41 Calibre Rim Fire Pistol, With A Custom Made Leather Holster.
Stock Number: 50197
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A 19th Century, US 41 Calibre, Nickel Plated Rim Fire, Derringer Pistol, With A Custom Made Tooled Leather Holster
Period
C1888-1911
Dimensions
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Geographical area
North America
Description
A fine example of this very collectable deringer pistol, with all types made between 1866 to 1935. With 3 inch; superposed barrels, which pivot upwards for loading, facilitated by a pivoting key, plus a sliding cartridge ejector to the LHS.
It has a high % of Nickel Plate finish as has also the frame, and grip straps, with little signs of wear.
The action is very strong to 1/2 and full cock, activated by a sheathed trigger. The bore to both barrels, has clear rifling, and only minor patches of stain. Close examination shows no evidence of any hinge cracks.
The original birds head grips are in checkered hard rubber, and in very good condition.
This is the Type 11,, known as the 3rd Model, with a full, clear address to the top barrel flat, indicating manufacture between 1888 to 1911, … total production 80000. .. No 793 is stamped to the rear of the bottom of the lower barrel.
This particular example comes with a later, custom made, hand tooled, high quality, leather holster. Altogether, a very desirable, quality outfit.
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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.
