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Lot #2464
Lot #2466

Lot 2465: Three Ornate Miquelet Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Lot 2465: Three Ornate Miquelet Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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A) "Rat Tail" Miquelet Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Miquelet
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 64
Barrel: 12 3/4 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: brass
Item Views: 405
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is dark and has oxidation and pitting.
Description:

Manufactured c. 19th century, possibly in Albania.

Rating Definition:

Good with gray and brown patina on the lock and barrel, oxidation, dark patina on the brass, and moderate wear. Mechanically needs work.



B) Mediterranean Brass Stocked Miquelet Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Miquelet
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 69
Barrel: 12 1/4 inch part octagon
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: brass
Item Views: 405
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is dark and has oxidation and pitting.
Description:

Manufactured c. 19th century. "MI.403."

Rating Definition:

Good with gray and brown patina and mild pitting on the barrel and lock, repairs, aged patina on the brass, worn engraving, and some pieces absent. Mechanically fine.



C) Miquelet Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Miquelet
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 72
Barrel: 7 7/8 inch part octagon
Finish: blue/bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 405
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is dark and has light oxidation.
Description:

Appears to be a Middle Eastern copy of an early 19th century Spanish pistol.

Rating Definition:

Good as refinished with replacement parts and repairs, absent belt hook, and mild overall wear. Mechanically fine.



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