Historic Arms & Militaria
Description:
Andrus & Osborn Underhammer Pistol, c. 1830s-40s, .31 caliber, serial number 204, walnut grip with a brass back strap, marked on the top strap in front of the rear sight "ANDRUS & OSBORN/CANTON CONN.," marked on the octagonal section of the barrel "CAST STEEL," barrel lg. 6 1/8, overall lg. 10 1/4 in.
Provenance: The collection of Nick Chandler.
Estimate $300-500
grip has a crack near the back strap screw, nipple is replaced, and the lock functions properly.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Andrus & Osborn, Nick ChandlerChristopher D. Fox
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