Lot 3141

A percussion revolver, Adams & Co., London

Fine Antique and Modern Firearms | A82s | Live auction | 655 Lots

Hammer price € 2,400

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Description

Cal. .54 bore, Nr. ohne Nummer, Nearly mirror-like bore, 5.5 inch octagonal barrel with micro-groove rifling. Five rounds. Birmingham proof mark. SA/DA patent Beaumont.Complete, original, velvet blue high gloss finish. Kerr patent reloading press, hammer, trigger, and wedge polished white. On the top strap the company name "Adams & Co London". Root wood grip panels with fine chequering. One powder chamber with slight bulging. Frame made of two parts. Barrel top strap is fastened with a US style wedge to the centre pin, but the shape resembles the model "Adams Beaumont". The wedge is slightly worn due to improper handling, the bluing scratched on the right side. No serial number or patent specifications. This gun could be a prototype to avoid the patent of a one-piece frame, the micro-groove rifling used in this model is also unusual.Complete in original oak wood case with original accessories and reproduced primer tin. Key missing. Dimensions 6 x 19 x 34 cm.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 dealerCondition: I - Questions about the lot?

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