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Rare Special Factory Engraved Colt Third Model (Thuer) 41 Caliber Derringer

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:3,250.00 USD Estimated At:NA
Rare Special Factory Engraved Colt Third Model (Thuer) 41 Caliber Derringer
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Estimate: $6500 - 9500
Manufactured from 1875 to 1912 with this late production example having unique factory engraving with an arrow engraved the entire length of barrel on both sides. The top of the barrel is marked "-COLT-" in large italicized letters and "41 CAL" is marked on the left side of the frame. Serial number is on the left side of the frame under the grip. The grips are numbered to the gun. The sides of the frame feature a scroll and punch dot engraving which extends to the lower breech sides of the barrel. The top of the barrel and frame underside feature engraved accents and the back strap has a geometric engraving in addition to the arrows mentioned earlier.
BBL: 2 1/2 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 41 RF
Finish: nickel
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: 41444
Condition: Excellent. The derringer retains 90% plus original nickel finish with some minor edge wear and flaking near the muzzle. The barrel has a couple areas of pin point pitting. The grips are excellent with some minor high edge wear and a few minor handling marks with most of the varnish remaining. Mechanically excellent.