Summary
Percussion pepperbox revolver, cal. .312 in., six barrelled, steel, 9.80 long.
Made by Ethan Allen, Worcester, Massachusetts, circa 1840s.
Physical Description
Triggergaurd missing, top bar-hammer, plain wooden grips secured by a single screw, rounded butt, steel frame, engraved on both sides with loose foliate scrolls, has a shield to protect the nipples, nipple shield engraved with repeating acanthus scrolls. Light patina to all metal parts, with traces of early varnish layer yellowing around nipple shield, hammer, and top of action.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mr William E. Cole, 23 Sep 1943
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Maker
Ethan Allen (Gunsmiths), Worcester, Massachusetts, United States of America, circa 1840s
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Collector
Mr William E. Cole, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Inscriptions
Stamped on barrel L.H.side: PATENTED 1837 CAST-STEEL Stamped on barrel upper L.H.side: WORCE Stamped on bar-hammer L.H.side: ALLEN'S PATENT No proofmarks visible.
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Overall Dimensions
18.8 cm (Length), 3.5 cm (Width), 9.8 cm (Height)
Barrel length: 9.80cm
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