Moore's Patent Deringer Pistol

Description:

Moore's Patent Deringer Pistol, c. 1860-65, serial number 3294, engraved brass frame with decorative scrollwork, blued-steel barrel marked on top MOORES PAT. F.A. CO. BROOKLYN. N.Y. and on the underside PAT FEB 24 1863, barrel lg. 2 1/2, overall lg. 4 7/8 in.
Estimate $1,200-1,500

Barrel still retains some of its blueing, action functions properly, overall in good condition.


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