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Lot #3235
Lot #3237

Lot 3236: Pair of Engraved French Horse Pistols with Snap Bayonets

Fine Pair of Engraved Mid-18th Century French Flintlock Horse Pistols with Unique Snap Bayonets

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 25, 2024

Lot 3236: Pair of Engraved French Horse Pistols with Snap Bayonets

Fine Pair of Engraved Mid-18th Century French Flintlock Horse Pistols with Unique Snap Bayonets

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 25, 2024

Estimated Price: $7,000 - $10,000

A) French Horse Pistol

Manufacturer: French
Model: Flintlock
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 62
Barrel: 14 3/8 inch part octagon
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1108
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 189
Class: Antique
Description:

This impressive pair of mid-18th century French pistols feature border pattern and floral engravings on the lock and brass fittings, and an underfolding spring-loaded snap bayonet with a spear head. The barrels are both unmarked, and the slightly "banana" profile locks have border pattern engraving and a floral accent at the tails of the locks and are both marked with a small fleur-de-lis on the underside. An engraved brass crowned plaque is located on top of the wrists without any initials. The stocks have tear drop carvings at the barrel tangs, engraved floral scroll sideplates and locks.

Rating Definition:

Fine, with bright iron surfaces, some scattered patches of minor pitting, and distinct engraving. The stock is also fine with scattered dents and scratches, a few small chips, a hairline crack inside the ramrod channel, and defined edges. Mechanically excellent, including the snap bayonet.



B) French Horse Pistol

Manufacturer: French
Model: Flintlock
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 62
Barrel: 14 3/8 inch part octagon
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1108
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 189
Class: Antique
Description:

See "A."

Rating Definition:

Fine, with bright iron surfaces, some scattered patches of minor pitting, and distinct engraving. The stock is also fine with scattered dents and scratches, a chipped section inside the front of the bayonet channel, and defined edges. Mechanically excellent, although the snap bayonet occasionally does not catch.



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