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Title 2nd model 41 calibre Remington Derringer
Nationality American
Period c 1868-88
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'E. Remington & Sons Ilion N.Y.//Elliot's Patent Dec. 12th 1865' stamped on barrel rib, with London proofs on each face. This mid-production model, similar to the first, is fitted with a manual extractor. The bores are in excellent shape with minor pitting, and the action is also good. The rosewood grips lack their original varnish.

This is the classic Mississippi river boat gambler's weapon, also carried by many cowboys and sherrifs as a back-up weapon in the old Wild West. The 41 calibre black powder cartridge packed a surprisingly heavy punch at close range, certainly enough to knock a fellow card player off his chair. (All original parts, springs, etc.).

If you want to comment on this item—re quality, age, etc—please email me.


[Firearms : Obsolete Cartridge : American : 19th Century]

testimonials

[From a vendor, rather than a buyer]

I'm delighted that you are happy with the badge and I hope you can sell it to someone who will value owning it.

I tried to sell it on eBay but they won't accept Nazi items. I then contacted several dealers via a Google search who mostly offered me £40-£50 after some haggling. Most of the other dealers tried to conceal its true value in their replies and also lacked manners which doesn't inspire confidence.

Ultimately it's about trust. I should think that most prospective sellers have done their own research and therefore know roughly what their item is worth. You were the only dealer who had the integrity to concede that my valuation was approximately correct and I respect your comment that you can't offer this as you need to make a profit. Your honest approach is greatly appreciated and I felt comfortable taking the risk in sending it to you.

Thank you for a smooth transaction

C D, UK, 01.07.2015

My husband LOVED his North Africa escape map - I had it professionally framed - it's beautiful.

T A, UK, 02.04.2013

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