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How do you date something like this?

hayseedhayseed Member Posts: 7 ✭✭
edited July 2009 in Ask the Experts
What is this and how much is it worth?
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    babunbabun Member Posts: 11,054 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I see this type of gun at many estate sales. If there are NO markings on it, they never sell for more than $35. bob
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    rhmc24rhmc24 Member Posts: 1,984 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    It is percussion box lock pocket pistol that could date from 1840-1870. Condition looks to be in as-found original complete poor to fair condition. If the mechanism cocks and trigger holds, etc it is probably worth $100, more or less depending on who, where, when, etc.
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    hayseedhayseed Member Posts: 7 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    It is functional and it appears to be a .44 cal smooth bore. There aren't any markings anywhere that I can see. So 1840 to 1870...
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    givettegivette Member Posts: 10,886 ✭
    edited November -1
    "How do you date something like this"?

    Well, we rely on years of experience, and a healthy reference library. Glad you came to us, because all three questions were answered by the second response. Please don't hesitate in the future to get back to us, as we thoroughly enjoy all aspects of this hobby, and will help you to the best of our abilities. Best, Joe
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    hayseedhayseed Member Posts: 7 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    I appreciate the info. I'll bring all of my questions to this board.
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