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THE FIRST, CIRCA 1861; THE SECOND CIRCA 1840
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AN UNUSUAL .41 RIMFIRE MOORE'S PATENT SINGLE-SHOT DERRINGER; AND A BELGIAN (LIÈGE) PERCUSSION BOX-LOCK BAR-HAMMER PROTOTYPE PISTOL
The first, circa 1861; the second circa 1840
The first of no specific model configuration, unmarked, factory engraved with small panels of scrollwork, the butt entirely unworked (hammer spur chipped); the second with brass barrel moulded at the muzzle and fitted with folding fore-sight, brass central-striking box-lock action with cap-like hammer grooved for sighting (mainspring detached), the top-strap with brass button trigger, maple butt, and brass pommel with hinged domed trap-cover.
5 1/8in (13cm) and 8½in (21.6cm) (2)
The first, circa 1861; the second circa 1840
The first of no specific model configuration, unmarked, factory engraved with small panels of scrollwork, the butt entirely unworked (hammer spur chipped); the second with brass barrel moulded at the muzzle and fitted with folding fore-sight, brass central-striking box-lock action with cap-like hammer grooved for sighting (mainspring detached), the top-strap with brass button trigger, maple butt, and brass pommel with hinged domed trap-cover.
5 1/8
Special notice
VAT rate of 5% is payable on hammer price and at 15% on the buyer's premium