Rare Antique Remington Vest Pocket Pistol

A Rare Antique American Remington Vest Pocket Single Shot Pistol a.k.a. "Saw Handle Deringer", circa. 1865-1888.  .30 caliber.  3.5" barrel.  Light Salt & Pepper surface rust pitting overall.  Split breech type action.  Walnut grips with a repaired fill section, scratches and dings from handling.  Marked on the top flat of barrel "REMINGTON'S. ILION, N.Y./PATD. OCT. 1, 1861. NOV. 15, 1864."  In good mechanical working order.  A good example.

Consignment: DR#12

TTI-513218

Ref. p. 167,  FLAYDERMAN'S GUIDE TO ANTIQUE AMERICAN FIREARMS, 9TH EDITION., c. 2007