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Antique Remington-Elliot Ring-Trigger Double-Action "Zig-Zag" Derringer

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:1,200.00 USD
Antique Remington-Elliot Ring-Trigger Double-Action  Zig-Zag  Derringer
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Antique Remington-Elliot Ring-Trigger Double-Action "Zig-Zag" Derringer, NVSN, .22 RF cal., fluted 3-3/16" revolving 6-shot barrel group has tiny pin front sights between bores and characteristic "zig-zag" turning grooves at rear; frame is marked "Elliot's Patents/Aug. 17, 1858/May 29, 1860" at left, "Manufactured by/Remingtons/Ilion, N.Y." at right, has loading port atop standing breech, internal striker, integral ring trigger spur and gripstraps, 2-pc. plain hard rubber grips. Mfg'd ca. 1861-62, in less than 1,000 qty. Condition is very good retaining no original finish but a smooth overall gunmetal-brown with sharp edges and markings. Grips are sound and smooth showing minor wear at left butt edge, fit very well. Action is crisp, bores show light-to-moderate oxidation and very good rifling. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Antique)