Auctions Consignment Latest FAQ About us

Lot 4322:Cased Pair of Wogdon Flintlock Dueling Pistols

June 23rd, 2024|Bedford, TX

Lot 4322:Cased Pair of Wogdon Flintlock Dueling Pistols

June 23rd, 2024|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$4,000 - $7,000

A) Wogdon Dueling Pistol

From the famous dueling pistol maker Robert Wogdon (1734-1813) c. 1780-1794. Both pistols have "Wogdon" gold inlaid on top of the breech and "Wogdon" signed locks. The case also contains a powder flask, ramrod, ball mold, balls and flints.

ConditionGood with some original finish, freckling, pitting, corrosion, bright gold signature and vent, and defined markings and edges in the iron. Refinished stock is very good with light scratches, dents and a small crack on the left below the breech. Mechanically fine. The case and accessories are fine and have mild age and storage related wear.

Details

ManufacturerWogdon

ModelFlintlock

TypePistol

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge57

Barrel9 1/2 inch octagon

Finishbrown/casehardened/blue

Stockwalnut

Bore conditionVery Dark - Heavy pitting throughout

Item LocationBedford, TX

B) Wogdon Dueling Pistol

Reference "A" description.

ConditionGood with some original finish, freckling, pitting, corrosion, bright gold signature and vent, repaired slightly misshapen hammer, and defined markings and edges in the iron. Refinished stock is very good with light scratches, dents and a few cracks in the tip of the forend. Mechanically fine.