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Lot 13: Two Flintlock Pistols

Two Flintlock Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 25, 2009

Lot 13: Two Flintlock Pistols

Two Flintlock Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 25, 2009

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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A) G: SPLENY marked Flintlock Pistol

Manufacturer: G. Spleny
Model: Flintlock
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 70
Barrel: 10 3/4 inch part octagon
Finish: bright
Grip: maple
Stock:
Item Views: 2050
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 8
Class: Antique
Description:

The top of the barrel is marked "G: SPLENY". Top of barrel hallmarked "MK", reportedly Mithias Keller (possibly a colonial pistol of the 1770 period). Curled trigger and all brass mounts with a simple dogs with floral engraved butt cap. Maple stock with simple carved outlines and a floral design on the rear.

Rating Definition:

Good. The brass has a dark mottled patina and a smooth dark patina on the action. The brass exhibits a smooth aged patina with a few minor dings in the butt cap with a clear engraving. The wood is good with a moderate chip around the lock plate, some minor handling marks and some moderate gouges. From the Will Hoffeld Collection, purchased from Gary Montapert.



B) Tow London Marked Flintlock Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Flintlock Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 64
Barrel: 8 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2050
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 8
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured circa 1770-1793. The lock plate is marked "TOW", a shop in London that made flintlock holster pistols and flintlock carbines under contract with the East India Company. The top of the barrel is marked "LONDON" and single "crown / GP", boxed "IT" and "crown / V" proofs on the left side of the barrel. Plain walnut stock with all brass mounts.

Rating Definition:

Good. The barrel has been cleaned at one time and is now beginning to age again. The action has a smooth dark patina. The brass has a smooth aged patina. The wood is very good with some minor scratches and nicks and a few minor pressure dents. The action functions, but does not have the full cock position. From the Will Hoffeld Collection.



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