Medals & Coins, Arms & Armour - 2nd December 2025

Lot 306

Massachusetts Arms Company: a .28 Maynard Primed six-shot pocket percussion revolver, round barrel

Estimate £400 - £500 | Hammer £699

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Description

Massachusetts Arms Company: a .28 Maynard Primed six-shot pocket percussion revolver, round barrel 3.5 in., top-hinged open frame with manufacturer's address to the top strap, acanthus engraved action with Maynard's patent tape primer to the right side, cylinder with etched foliage and having small fire-holes in place of nipples, 'PATENT JAN. 2. 1855' to the back strap, two-piece wooden grip. Section 58(2) - no licence required if possessed as a curiosity or ornament.



(19.8 cm OAL)