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Lot 328: Pair of Blunderbuss Pistols with Brass Barrels and Locks

Pair of European Blunderbuss Flintlock Pistols with Brass Barrels and Locks

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 8, 2023

Lot 328: Pair of Blunderbuss Pistols with Brass Barrels and Locks

Pair of European Blunderbuss Flintlock Pistols with Brass Barrels and Locks

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 8, 2023

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $4,500
Price Realized:
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A) European Blunderbuss Pistol

Manufacturer: European
Model: Flintlock
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 65
Barrel: 6 5/8 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 900
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 260
Class: Antique
Description:

The bores are estimated above and flare out to around 1 1/2 inches at the muzzles. Both pistols have brass multi-stage barrels and iron tangs, and rounded brass locks with no visible exterior markings. The cock, frizzen, and smaller lock parts along with the trigger and screws are the only iron components. Both guns have horn tipped hardwood ramrods.

Rating Definition:

Fine, with an attractive golden aged patina on the brass surfaces, and dark gray and brown patina on the iron. The refinished stock is very good with scattered cracks, scratches and dents, and a few repairs. Mechanically excellent.



B) European Blunderbuss Pistol

Manufacturer: European
Model: Flintlock
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 65
Barrel: 6 5/8 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 900
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 260
Class: Antique
Description:

See "A" description.

Rating Definition:

Fine, with an attractive golden aged patina on the brass surfaces and dark gray and brown patina on the iron. The refinished stock is very good with scattered cracks, scratches, dents, an absent section at the left front, and a few repairs. A small section at the front of the side plate is absent. Mechanically excellent.



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