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Lot 2418: Three Antique European Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 5, 2024

Lot 2418: Three Antique European Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 5, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,000
Price Realized:
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A) Inlaid Spanish Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: Spanish
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 70
Barrel: 6 3/4 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 929
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Barrel inlaid with "En Eibar/Por Manuel Orbea/Ano 1853" on the top three flats, belt hook on left, lanyard ring on butt.

Rating Definition:

Good, with mostly bright grey patina, light pitting scattered throughout, and minor handling marks and repairs in on the refinished wood. Mechanically excellent.



B) Inlaid Spanish Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: Spanish
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 70
Barrel: 6 5/8 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 929
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Barrel inlaid with "EN EIBAR/POR GASTELU/ANO 1865" in silver on the top three flats, belt hook on left, lanyard ring on butt, replacement ramrod.

Rating Definition:

Good, with traces of refinished blue, brown patina, some light pitting, and undersized wood having some minor cracks, chips, and handling marks. Mechanically functions.



C) Engraved French Imperial Era Flintlock Officer's Pistol

Manufacturer: French
Model: Flintlock
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 40
Barrel: 7 7/8 inch octagon
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 929
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Bright - Shows little or no wear
Description:

Manufactured c. 1810-1820, barrel relined, new touch hole liner installed, ramrod absent.

Rating Definition:

Good, with mostly bright grey patina, lock polished/draw filed, scattered light pitting/oxidation, and wood with minor handling marks throughout. Mechanically excellent if trigger is set.



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