single shot deringer, 2-1/2 in. barrel, .41 RF gauge, marked "SOUTHERNER" at barrel top and "BROWN MFG CO/NEWBURYPORT, MASS/PAT APR 9, 1857" at left side, serial number 7959 (matching barrel to frame); small deringer of unknown maker, 2 in. round barrel, "351"? at underside, smooth wood grip; under hammer pocket rifle, 6 in. hexagonal barrel, likely .36 caliber, style of Allen & Thuber, marked "CAST STEEL/POCKET RIFLE", smooth walnut grip; dueling pistol, 10-1/2 in. octagonal barrel, no identifying marks, flourishes on side lock plate - Provenance: Private North Carolina Collection
Condition
scattered pitting to barrels, heavy wear throughout, splits to wood, some loose components, some markings faint˜