Vintage Toy Gun

Cast Iron Cap Gun, Pistol, Shooter, Toy, Sea Serpent 1890 Three Star

Cast Iron Cap Gun, Pistol, Shooter, Toy, Sea Serpent 1890 Three Star
Cast Iron Cap Gun, Pistol, Shooter, Toy, Sea Serpent 1890 Three Star

Cast Iron Cap Gun, Pistol, Shooter, Toy, Sea Serpent 1890 Three Star    Cast Iron Cap Gun, Pistol, Shooter, Toy, Sea Serpent 1890 Three Star

NOTE: DUE TO A STROKE, I WILL BE LIQUIDATING MY 19TH CENTURY CAP GUN COLLECTION OVER THE NEXT TWO YEARS. IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING SPECIAL, PLEASE CONTACT ME. CAST IRON CAP SHOOTER 1890 "SEA SERPENT" THREE STAR. LOGAN & BEST, # AN28.

THE "SEA SERPENT" IS ONE OF THE MOST HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER, ANTIQUE ANIMATED CAP SHOOTERS, IN THE HISTORY OF AMERICAN TOY MAKING. IT WILL ONLY APPRECIATE IN VALUE BECAUSE Of ITS GOOD CONDITION AND FUNCTIONALLY. NOTE: You must push the trigger forward and then release it to keep the serpent head (hammer) cocked. THIS AMERICAN MADE TOY FIRST APPEARED IN POST CIVIL WAR RECONSTRUCTION PERIOD AROUND 1890. IT APPEARS TO BE IN UNFIRED CONDITION.

IT HAS BEEN IN MY PERSONAL COLLECTION FOR OVER 15 YEARS. This 126 year old cast iron Cap Shooter named "SEA SERPENT" is in "C7" condition with absolutely no cracks, chipping, repairs or modifications. The serpent's eye has retained its original red color.

The main spring is fully functional. The hammer and trigger works and the wonderful surface patina reflects great care over the years. NOTE: When cocking (never recommended for any vintage cap shooter) you must push the trigger forward and then release it to keep the serpent head (hammer) in the cocked position. This cap gun is a fine example of an American Heritage child's cast iron toy and was manufactured just twenty five years after the end of the Civil War in America.

It would make an interesting conversation piece framed and hung on the wall as decorative historical art. Whether you are a seasoned collector or just beginning, this "SEA SERPENT" would surely complement your collection and, most likely, be its "crown jewel". This "Three Star" "SEA SERPENT" cast iron cap shooter is well documented. It is referenced in the CAP GUN BIBLE , page #234 of "Cast Iron Toy Guns and Capshooters" by Logan and Best as AN28. RULES WE MUST LIVE BY.

You will only pay my actual cost. Please remember that my judgment call on something might not be exactly the same as yours. If I have missed something in the description, listed something that is obviously incorrect or made a serious omission, it was unintentional.... Please, just let me know.

If you have any questions, please contact me. The item "CAST IRON CAP GUN, PISTOL, SHOOTER, TOY, SEA SERPENT 1890 THREE STAR" is in sale since Thursday, May 26, 2016. This item is in the category "Toys & Hobbies\Vintage & Antique Toys\Cap Guns\Cast Iron". The seller is "oldfordman" and is located in Sunnyvale, California. This item can be shipped to United States.

  • Brand: STEVENS
  • Year: 1890
  • Country//Region of Manufacture: United States


Cast Iron Cap Gun, Pistol, Shooter, Toy, Sea Serpent 1890 Three Star    Cast Iron Cap Gun, Pistol, Shooter, Toy, Sea Serpent 1890 Three Star