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Lot 2401: Engraved European Flintlock Pocket Pistol

Engraved European Flintlock Pocket Pistol with Attractive "Moor's Head" Figural Carved Pommel Formerly in the Visser Collection

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 17, 2024

Lot 2401: Engraved European Flintlock Pocket Pistol

Engraved European Flintlock Pocket Pistol with Attractive "Moor's Head" Figural Carved Pommel Formerly in the Visser Collection

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 17, 2024

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,400
Price Realized:
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Engraved European Flintlock Pocket Pistol with Attractive "Moor's Head" Figural Carved Pommel Formerly in the Visser Collection

Manufacturer: European
Model: Flintlock
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 40
Barrel: 4 3/4 inch part round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 887
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

See pages 478-479 of "The Visser Collection, Vol. 1, Part 4" by G. de Vries and B.J. Martens where it is listed as from c. 1750. Inventory number "1046" in white on the left of the wrist. Provenance: The Henk L. Visser Collection; Property of a Gentleman

Rating Definition:

Fine overall as partially restored with mostly silver gray patina on the iron, professionally aged replacement cock (broken/partial original included), attractive aged patina on the brass, general mild wear, traces of repaired cracks along the stock, and distinct carving. Mechanically fine.



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