Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Engraved English Tranter-pattern Revolver, c. mid-1850s, serial number 13271.T, checkered walnut grips with engraved frame marked on top of frame MANTON & SON. 6 DOVER ST. LONDON, and on loading lever and left side of frame with W. TRANTER'S/PATENT, engraved barrel, triggerguard and buttplate, barrel lg. 4 1/2, overall lg. 10 3/4 in.
Provenance: From the collection of the late Peter F. Frazier and M. Prudence Fleck.
Estimate $700-900
Some light finish loss but overall good condition.
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