WTS Antique Pistols - no FFL Req'd - Colt, Remington, Dickinson, Stevens, Whitney, JP Lovell, More Added 10/24

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The following are all classified as Antique by ATF and therefore do not require FFL for transfer. Sales MUST take place in Mesquite or buyer can pay shipping/FFL fees. No returns on shipped items and no warranty is offered (I am not a dealer nor a gunsmith!) NO TRADES!


Remington-Rider Double Action Pocket Revolver (Cartridge Variation).

$1950

These were made between 1860-1870, making it an antique and no FFL required.

This thing looks so nice it appears to be a repro or commemorative, but so far I haven't been able to find that REMINGTON they ever made a repro.

I would grade this at least 90-95%

 

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Added scarce Stevens early tip up. Here's an AI overview that I believe to be correct.

Stevens Large Frame Tip up, likely 41 cal Estimated date based on rollmark is 1864-1886.

"J. Stevens & Co. Tip-Up Convertible Pocket Rifle
Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts — Patent Sept. 6, 1864
Serial No. 12XX

Early-production large-frame Stevens tip-up pistol designed to accept a detachable shoulder stock. Features a 6-inch full-octagon barrel chambered for .41 Rimfire, flared “saw-handle” style grip, and spur trigger. Top of barrel marked “J. STEVENS & CO. CHICOPEE FALLS, MASS. / PAT. SEPT. 6, 1864.” Frame fitted with stock attachment lug at the rear of the grip. Matching serial numbers on frame and barrel.

This example represents one of the earliest tip-up firearms made by Joshua Stevens’ firm shortly after its founding. These convertible pistols were the direct predecessors of the later Stevens “Pocket Rifle” series.

Condition: Original configuration with matching serials, intact markings, and functional tip-up action. Retains smooth brown patina with minor age mottling; bore shows light wear consistent with age.

Estimated Collector Value (2025 market): $500–$900, depending on finish and mechanical tightness. Examples retaining an original stock or higher finish may exceed $1,200+ at auction."

Antique, no FFL required. This old beast can be yours for $500 cash.
ington. You don't see these every day folks!

https://americansocietyofarmscollectors.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/2002-B86-Stevens-Tip-Ups.pdf

 

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10/22 Added E.L. Dickinson Earthquake - less common variant with a Trigger Guard

Antique - Approximately 1863 to 1880

Parts gun. Missing parts. Broken grip. The cylinder does not advance when cocking. $50

 

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Added 10/23

Colt Derringer No 2

Colt 2nd Model Derringer
Appears functional
About 9,000 made from 1870-1890

$600

 

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"Defender 89"
7 shot 22 short, appears functional
Manufacturer not marked but research indicates these were made for JP Lovell Arms, Boston from 1889-1895 by Iver Johnson Arms and Cycle Works.

$200

 

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"Monitor"

Manufacturer not marked but research indicates made by Whitney Arms Co "Monitor" from 1871-1879; spur trigger pocket pistol chambered in .22 short, appears functional.

$200

 

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"Defender"

Medium Frame (compared to the 22s posted above); Possibly made by predecessor to Iver Johnson, Johnson & Bye from about 1871-1888; 32 caliber? Non-functional; possibly bad or broken spring.
(https://unblinkingeye.com/Guns/SSs/sss.html)

$75

 

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Added the above 3 "suicide specials"