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Found a pistol and 2 Derringers
xelnia
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When I was cleaning the storage this afternoon I found 3 guns that belonged to my dad. I don't know where or when he bought them and I don't even know if they work but I would really appriciate some information on them. Wheter I should sell them or keep them I don't know.
H&R, Self-Loading, Calibre .32 Serial #: 30118
Harrington & Richardson Arms CO.
Worchester Massachushetts U.S.A.
PAT AUG. 20,1907,APR. 13, NOV.9,1909 Here's a picture:
The http://www.littlegun.be/arme americaine/h and r autoloading 32 copy of webley and scott 1920 roger papke-02.jpg
The other 2 are derringers: 1st one
HJS Frontier Four .22 cal Derringer
HJS Industries Inc. Serial # 3674.
It looks like this: http://216.219.244.51/UserImages/2092/976797246/wm_md_26129.jpg
it has the orginal box and with ejector rod and instruction maunal and warranty, and even orignal NRA membership sign-up card
With the 2nd derringer I could not find to much info on it at all. I think it is similar to a cobra derringer . Here is the info that is on the gun:
Model DM-22 CAL. .22 MAG.
Davis Industries Chino, Ca. U.S.A.
SN#: 032964
Out of these 3 guns i most interested in the age of the first pistol, but any info about the guns-especially current worth and age- would be appriciated. If you need any more info just tell me or email me kymila@gmail.com
H&R, Self-Loading, Calibre .32 Serial #: 30118
Harrington & Richardson Arms CO.
Worchester Massachushetts U.S.A.
PAT AUG. 20,1907,APR. 13, NOV.9,1909 Here's a picture:
The http://www.littlegun.be/arme americaine/h and r autoloading 32 copy of webley and scott 1920 roger papke-02.jpg
The other 2 are derringers: 1st one
HJS Frontier Four .22 cal Derringer
HJS Industries Inc. Serial # 3674.
It looks like this: http://216.219.244.51/UserImages/2092/976797246/wm_md_26129.jpg
it has the orginal box and with ejector rod and instruction maunal and warranty, and even orignal NRA membership sign-up card
With the 2nd derringer I could not find to much info on it at all. I think it is similar to a cobra derringer . Here is the info that is on the gun:
Model DM-22 CAL. .22 MAG.
Davis Industries Chino, Ca. U.S.A.
SN#: 032964
Out of these 3 guns i most interested in the age of the first pistol, but any info about the guns-especially current worth and age- would be appriciated. If you need any more info just tell me or email me kymila@gmail.com
Comments
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The HJS was made by Herman J. Seminiolo. It is an upgrade of the "4 Aces" derringer made by Erl Svendsen, which is in turn a miniaturization of the old Sharps derringer. The HJS is relatively uncommon.
The Davis is an earlier incarnation of the Cobra. They change names as often as some people change underwear. The gun is made of zinc and is not particulaly durable or desireable.
Bill
It looks like you have a very pristine H&R. They are rare in this condition.
The HJS was made by Herman J. Seminiolo. It is an upgrade of the "4 Aces" derringer made by Erl Svendsen, which is in turn a miniaturization of the old Sharps derringer. The HJS is relatively uncommon.
The Davis is an earlier incarnation of the Cobra. They change names as often as some people change underwear. The gun is made of zinc and is not particulaly durable or desireable.
Bill
I believe the poster "borrowed" the picture of the H & R .32 from the Belgian site www.littlegun.be It's not clear if the posters H & R, is factory original or what it's cosmetic condition is?
quote:Originally posted by rufe-snow
I believe the poster "borrowed" the picture of the H & R .32 from the Belgian site www.littlegun.be It's not clear if the posters H & R, is factory original or what it's cosmetic condition is?
Yes I did borrow those pictures The HJS I found is in about the same condition as the picture.
As for the H&R, it seems to be in perfect working condition (though i havn't fired it), but it is rusty though. All the parts move smoothly and the magazine slides out easily. It's just old. Is there a way to identify the age from the serial number?
As for the H&R, it seems to be in perfect working condition (though i havn't fired it), but it is rusty though. All the parts move smoothly and the magazine slides out easily. It's just old. Is there a way to identify the age from the serial number?
In the condition you describe, the H & R would be in the $100 - $200 range. My 2?.