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Lot 10: Matching Set of Double Barrel Percussion Pistols

Matching Set of Double Barrel Percussion Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 25, 2009

Lot 10: Matching Set of Double Barrel Percussion Pistols

Matching Set of Double Barrel Percussion Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 25, 2009

Estimated Price: $1,100 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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A) Unmarked Double Barrel Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Percussion Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 58
Barrel: 8 1/4 inch solid rib
Finish: Damascus
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2321
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 7
Class: Antique
Description:

Single bead sight on a solid rib. With the exception of the serial number, there are no visible maker's markings (possibly Belgium in origin). Double Damascus barrels have been cut to there current length of 8 1/4 inches. Floral engraved lock plates with zig zag line border. The floral engraving continues on the upper tang and trigger guard and hammer sides. Fish sculpted hammers, double triggers, checkered grip, ornamental buttcap and iron ramrod. With a matching pistol marked with the same serial number.

Rating Definition:

Good as modified. The metal surfaces have been cleaned bright and are now beginning to age again. The barrels retain faint traces of the Damascus pattern. The revarnished wood is good plus with some minor scratches, dings and dents and some minor varnish loss. The checkering is mostly worn smooth. The upper tang and lock plates are ill-fitting. The engraving is clear and crisp.



B) Unmarked Double Barrel Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Percussion Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 52
Barrel: 8 1/4 inch solid rib
Finish: Damascus
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2321
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 7
Class: Antique
Description:

As described in A.

Rating Definition:

Good as modified. The metal surfaces have been cleaned bright and are now beginning to age again. There is moderate pitting on the barrels that retain faint traces of the Damascus pattern. The buttcap is loose. The revarnished wood is good plus with a crack in the grip area, some varnish loss and some minor dings, dents, nicks and scratches. Some of the checkering has worn smooth. The engraving is clear and crisp.



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