BILLINGHURST, WILLIAM

William Billinghurst manufactured high quality target pistols and revolving rifles as well as fishing reels. Before becoming the sole proprietor in 1839, he was employed by Joseph Medbery in 1827, and J. & J. Miller from 1834-1838. After 1838, Billinghurst made a version of the John and James Miller designed/patented pill lock revolving rifle. Please refer to Miller, John & James in the M section.
Located in Rochester, NY 1839-1880.

BILLINGHURST, WILLIAM Antiques Models

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.30 or .40 cal., marked "W. BILLINGHURST/ROCHESTER, N.Y.", single action, three frame sizes in small, medium (most common), and heavy, 12 to 18 in. half round/half octagon barrel, saw handled pattern with flared serpentine butt, w...