Philadelphia Deringer .44-Caliber Percussion Pistol

Description

Philadelphia Deringer .44-Caliber Percussion Pistol

 

An attractive Philadelphia Deringer single-shot percussion pistol measuring approximately 8½ inches overall with a 4-inch rifled barrel. The steel surfaces exhibit a deep brown patina, complemented by silver mounts with pleasing aged toning. The silver thumb plate bears the initials “AW,” and the lockplate is marked “Deringer Phila.”

 

Decorative scroll engraving accents the barrel tang, breech, hammer, and lockplate. The wooden stock features fine checkering at the grip, and the original wooden ramrod remains beneath the barrel.

 

Condition includes dark spotting on the left side of the nose cap and a crack extending from the lockplate screw back toward the thumb plate. The hammer is slightly bent to the left. The lock is not functional and lacks mainspring tension.

 

A handsome example with appealing aged surfaces, decorative detail, and strong display presence.

 

Inventory Number: HAN 441