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British Transitional Model Bar Hammer Percussion Revolver

Currency:CAD Category:Coins & Paper Money Start Price:550.00 CAD Estimated At:NA
British Transitional Model Bar Hammer Percussion Revolver
.38 cal, 5'' part round part octagon barrel with turned medial at the point of transition and a moderately oxidized bore showing generally strong rifling throughout. The barrel, cylinder and other iron components of this revolver show an old light cleaning to pewter gunmetal patina showing some remnants of pinprick pitting and mixing with pale gray-brown undertones. The cylinder shows period Birmingham proofs and the bow of the guard and hammer are engraved with light foliate embellishments. The German silver frame remains in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks and is more extensively embellished with light flowing foliate scrollwork and bordering, the backstrap with an oval suitable for a monogram and the left side of the frame with a space of riband that appears to have once had an engraved maker's name but it is now illegible showing only the remnant edges of a few letters. The smooth walnut grips rate very good with some scattered dings and a repaired lengthwise chip along the right panel. Interestingly, the hammer on this example is offset slightly to the right to allow for a useful u-notch rear sight to be mounted centrally, though the front sight post has worn down almost entirely. The double action mechanism seems to function well mechanically with very good timing and lock-up. A very good example of these interesting British revolvers in a slightly more unusual configuration with its offset hammer. (13B11777-14) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
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