Walter Agnoletto 1/2 Scale Remington Model 1895 Over/Under Derringer With Original Case, Pictured On Page 218 Of The Book “The Art Of Miniature Firearms”

This is a 1/2 scale Remington Model 1895 over/under derringer made by Walter Agnoletto in Turin, Italy.  Several of Mr. Agnoletto’s miniature firearms are featured in Merrill Lindsay’s book “Miniature Arms” published in 1970.  The derringer is 2 3/4″ long overall with  1 1/2″ barrels.  Bright nitre blue finished steel except for the trigger which is case colored.  Two piece ivory grips with aged patina & grain & brass escutcheons with a single screw entering from the right side.  The piece is fully functional including the articulated firing pin.  The hammer spring is extremely strong & takes some effort to cock the hammer.  Complete with the original Agnoletto walnut hinged top case with hook latches & a maple & ebony four point star inlaid into the center of the top.  Featured on page 218 of the book, “The Art Of Miniature Firearms”.  Excellent condition showing only minor signs of handling.  Stock # CK-23.  Price:  $2,500.00.