Short Barrel Philadelphia Deringer Pistol

Description:

Short Barrel Philadelphia Deringer Pistol, mid 19th century, walnut stock with checkered grip, engraved silver fittings, lock marked DERINGER/PHILADEL and engraved with foliate designs, top of the barrel marked at the breech DERINGER/PHILADEL, barrel lg. 2, overall lg. 4 1/2 in.
Estimate $4,500-5,000

In overall very good condition, and the action functions properly.


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