Lot 1235
Steyr-Pieper, Mod. 1893 (2nd Model), Trial
Fine Antique, Historical and Modern Firearms | A105aws | Live auction | 769 Lots
Hammer price € 4,600
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Cal. 8mmPieper, SN. 33, matching numbers. Bright-bore, octagonal to round barrel, length 143 mm. Seven shots. Austrian proof mark. Marked "Waffenfabrik / Steyr" on the left side of the lock plate, no further inscriptions. Frame and barrel with original finish, some parts pitted and with wear marks, deep corrosion pit on the left side of the barrel. The cylinder, yoke, centre pin, trigger, hammer, and interior parts strawed and partially pitted. Corrosion pit on the bottom of the yoke. Dark chequered walnut grip panels. Lanyard ring. A type of gas-seal revolver produced by Steyr in a small batch in 1897 for a field trial. Although only the "II. model" with a fixed cylinder was requested, Steyr produced approximately 100 revolvers with a swing-out cylinder employing H. Pieper's system. When the hammer is cocked, the cylinder moves forward about 2 mm and is pushed towards the end of the barrel. The highest serial number known to date is "59". Ultimately, this model was not introduced. Cf. Stefan Schuy, Österreichische Revolver 1840 - 1918, p. 401 - 402. Extremely rare collector's piece!WBK: Attention - For this gun we will need to obtain an export license for you, based on your import permit (if needed in your country) or through your firearms dealer - more info here
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