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Lot #2274

Lot 2273: Two Engraved Brass Barrel Flintlock Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 5, 2022

Lot 2273: Two Engraved Brass Barrel Flintlock Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 5, 2022

Estimated Price: $800 - $1,200
Price Realized:
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A) Michel Berbur Marked Boxlock Flintlock Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Flintlock Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 60
Barrel: 4 1/2 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 932
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Rating:

OE - GOOD - some minor replacement parts; metal smoothly rusted or lightly pitted in places, cleaned; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal legible; lightly scratched, bruised or minor cracks repaired; in good working order.

Description:

The lock is marked "Michel" and "Berbur" on each side, surrounded by light floral engraving, grips inlaid with fine silver wire, appears to have been equipped with a snap bayonet which is now absent. Provenance: The Collection of Joe M. Wanenmacher Jr

B) Unmarked Flintlock Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Flintlock Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 60
Barrel: 4 1/2 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 932
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Rating:

OE - GOOD - some minor replacement parts; metal smoothly rusted or lightly pitted in places, cleaned; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal legible; lightly scratched, bruised or minor cracks repaired; in good working order.

Description:

Very light engraving throughout, caliber estimated, bore flares to approximately .80. Provenance: The Collection of Joe M. Wanenmacher Jr

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