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Lot 7: Gold Inlaid French Percussion Pistol

Auction Date: April 25, 2009

Lot 7: Gold Inlaid French Percussion Pistol

Auction Date: April 25, 2009

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,700
Price Realized:

Gold Inlaid French Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: French
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 70
Barrel: 6 3/4 inch octagon
Finish: brown/ casehardened
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
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Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 7
Class: Antique
Description:

Twist steel barrel, with a slightly flared muzzle, blade and notch sights, decorative gold bands, casehardened breech and tang, and "Canons * Cordu" in gold script on the top flap. Casehardened lock and hammer, with "Hthe Jean/ Coulon" signed on the former. Finger rest trigger guard, reverse plate, and forearm tip/ ramrod pipe are casehardened. Checkered stock, with single wedge, checkered grip, flared pommel and casehardened buttcap.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, with a strong twist pattern and bright casehardened colors. Mild spotting is visible on the barrel, with some flash pitting around the nipple. Case colors are vivid, with a few areas of fading to gray. Stock is fine as repaired, with some period replaced sections near the lock, cracking, pressure dents and varnish loss. Action is fine.



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