Lot 118
*Unique "Cool Smoke" Pipe Pistol
Serial no. 420, .22 caliber, 1 3/4-inch screw-off barrel disguised as the pipe stem
mouthpiece. Barrel unscrews to expose the breech where single cartridge is placed. Brass
frame with left side marked: COOL SMOKE; right side marked: 420 22LR. Pistol cocked by
pulling back plunger hammer at front of pipe. Pistol is fired by depressing button release
on top of frame. Non-functional briar bowl to convey illusion of a normal pipe.
Condition: Very good with light age wear and patina. Letters IRS
faintly inscribed on right side of frame.
Provenance: Eddy Rieder Collection
Estimate: $3000 - $5000
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