Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Stevens New Model Pocket Rifle, c. 1870s, walnut grip with steel barrel marked on side J. STEVENS & CO. CHICOPEE/FALLS, MASS. PAT. SEPT. 6, 1864., silver-plated brass frame, serial number 16, (no shoulder stock),barrel lg. 15, overall lg. 18 1/2 in.
Estimate $300-400
Some dings on grips, some silver plate remains on frame, missing the screw above the trigger.
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