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Lot 2415: Ornately Engraved and Carved Pair of F.P. Caron Dueling Pistols

Ornately Engraved and Carved Pair of F.P. Caron Percussion Dueling Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 5, 2024

Lot 2415: Ornately Engraved and Carved Pair of F.P. Caron Dueling Pistols

Ornately Engraved and Carved Pair of F.P. Caron Percussion Dueling Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 5, 2024

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $4,250
Price Realized:
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A) Caron Dueling Pistol

Manufacturer: French
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45
Barrel: 10 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1643
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Both barrels marked “F.P. CARON a Paris. Arq. de S.M. L’Empereur” on the top flat. Extensive floral scroll engraving on the metal and carving on the stocks. Both pistols with blade and notch sights and numbered "1" and "2" in gold on the breech plugs and tangs.

Rating Definition:

Fine, with mostly a grey patina, some mild flash pitting, and some scattered minor handling marks on the wood. Mechanically excellent.



B) Caron Dueling Pistol

Manufacturer: French
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45
Barrel: 10 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1643
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

See "A".

Rating Definition:

Fine, with mostly bright grey patina on the metal, some darker grey patina on the barrel and light flash pitting, and the wood having scattered minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



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