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Lot #1257

Lot 1256: Engraved Gill Four-Shot Tap-Action Flintlock Pistol

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 7, 2024

Lot 1256: Engraved Gill Four-Shot Tap-Action Flintlock Pistol

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 7, 2024

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $4,000
Price Realized:
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Engraved Gill Four-Shot Tap-Action Flintlock Pistol

Manufacturer: English
Model: Flintlock Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 38
Barrel: 2 5/8 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1052
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 248
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bores have darkened but are mostly smooth.
Description:

This c. 1780 pistol signed "GILL" on the left, likely for Thomas Gill of London, uses a lightly engraved boxlock action with a lever on the left that rotates the pan to switch between four powder charges to fire the four barrels in succession. The barrels are numbered "5" through "8" starting on the lower right indicating this is the second pistol from a pair. The underside has Ordnance private proofs. The pistol has a sliding safety latch and is mounted with a smooth walnut grip with a blank shield-shape silver escutcheon on the rear.

Rating Definition:

Fine overall with silver-gray and brown patina, minor overall wear, some light scratches, and minor pitting. Mechanically fine.



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