Project Description
This is a full scale swivel barrel over/under percussion derringer by John Maycock Sr. in England in the late 1970’s. 3 1/8″ long overall with 1 1/4″ screw off barrels of .22 caliber. Engraved nickel plated frame, backstrap, & hammer. Blued barrels, barrel detent spring, & screws. The balance of the parts also nickel plated. Two piece ivory grips with a nice patina, engraved brass escutcheons, and a single screw entering from the left side with an engraved head. The hammer has both half & full cock. Accessories include a steel bullet mold with sprue cutter finished in the white, an ornate ivory handled screwdriver, an ornate ivory handled barrel wrench, a round ivory cap box, an ivory powder flask, an ivory handled dagger with an engraved spear point blade & brass guard & pommel with an engraved scabbard, the case lock key, and a metal plate with two spare nipples screwed into it. All contained in what looks to be the original walnut hinged top case with beveled top edge & key lock. The case interior French fit & lined in a green felt. Beautiful excellent condition, with just the barrels showing some minor blue loss turning patina brown. The case lid has warped a little over time & the lock will not engage to lock the lid. A truly gorgeous cased set & would be a fine addition to any miniature collection even though it is just a “little” pistol! Stock # CK-297. Price: 2,500.00.
